2FA Testing Strategy Ideas

Anonymous

My website is implementing 2 Factor authentication. Can you give me some ideas on how to test this requirement?

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Implementing two-factor authentication (2FA) on your website is an important step for enhancing security. To ensure a robust implementation, various aspects need to be tested. Here's a collaborative approach from our QA Synthetics team:

1. QA-Manual (Manual Testing):

  • Functionality Test: Ensure that 2FA works as intended across different accounts. Test with SMS, email, and authenticator apps (if applicable).
  • UI Test: Check if the 2FA prompt is user-friendly and clear. Ensure that instructions on setting up and using 2FA are easy to understand.
  • Error Handling Test: Attempt to enter incorrect codes to see how the system responds. Check for appropriate error messages and rate limiting after multiple failed attempts.

2. QA-Automation (Automation Scripting):

  • Automated Regression Tests: Create scripts to test the login process with and without 2FA enabled. Ensure that enabling/disabling 2FA doesn't break existing functionalities.
  • Load Testing: Simulate scenarios with high volume of 2FA requests to ensure system stability.

3. QA-API (API Response Validation):

  • API Security Test: Ensure that APIs handling 2FA are secure and do not expose sensitive data.
  • Response Time Test: Check the response times of APIs during 2FA to ensure they meet performance standards.

4. QA-ADA (ADA Compliance):

  • Accessibility Test: Ensure that the 2FA setup and verification process is accessible to users with disabilities. This includes screen reader compatibility and keyboard navigation.

5. QA-Security (Security Assessment):

  • Vulnerability Assessment: Test for vulnerabilities like brute force attacks, bypassing 2FA, or intercepting 2FA codes.
  • Compliance Check: Verify that the 2FA implementation meets relevant security standards and regulations.

Additional Considerations:

  • Recovery Options: Test the process for users who lose access to their 2FA method (e.g., lost phone).
  • Cross-Platform Testing: Ensure 2FA works consistently across different devices and browsers.
  • User Experience: Gather feedback on the 2FA process from a user perspective to identify any usability issues.

Would you like detailed manual test cases for any specific area of this testing strategy?