V-38613: The system must not permit root logins using remote access programs such as ssh.
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Permitting direct root login reduces auditable information about who ran
privileged commands on the system and also allows direct attack attempts on
root's password.

Details: `V-38613 in STIG Viewer`_.

.. _V-38613 in STIG Viewer: https://www.stigviewer.com/stig/red_hat_enterprise_linux_6/2015-05-26/finding/V-38613

Notes for deployers
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.. include:: developer-notes/V-38613.rst