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AWS res documentation change

Service: res · 2025-06-25 · Documentation low

File: res/latest/ug/prerequisites.md

Summary

Updated account sign-up verification to include text message option alongside phone call

Security assessment

The change adds an alternative verification method but does not address a specific security vulnerability or weakness. Expanding verification options improves user experience but isn't tied to a security fix.

Diff

diff --git a/res/latest/ug/prerequisites.md b/res/latest/ug/prerequisites.md
index e2969a513..b3bc542c9 100644
--- a//res/latest/ug/prerequisites.md
+++ b//res/latest/ug/prerequisites.md
@@ -40 +40 @@ You must have an AWS account with an administrative user:
-Part of the sign-up procedure involves receiving a phone call and entering a verification code on the phone keypad.
+Part of the sign-up procedure involves receiving a phone call or text message and entering a verification code on the phone keypad.