Set of Test cases and Test data examples for an SQA engineer or Software Tester

Mejbaur Bahar Fagun
37 min readOct 3, 2023

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Manual and automation software testing requires careful planning and consideration of various scenarios. Below, I’ll provide a set of test cases and test data examples for an SQA engineer or software tester. These test cases cover different aspects of testing, including functional, boundary, negative, and data-driven testing.

Test Case 1: Functional Testing — Login Page

Objective: Verify the functionality of the login page.

Test Data:

  1. Valid Login:Username: john.doe@example.comPassword: Password123
  2. Invalid Username:Username: invaliduserPassword: Password123
  3. Invalid Password:Username: john.doe@example.comPassword: invalid password
  4. Empty Fields:Username:Password:
  5. SQL Injection Attempt:Username: ‘ OR 1=1 — Password: AnyPassword

Expected Results:

  1. The user should be able to log in successfully.
  2. The user should see an error message indicating invalid credentials.
  3. The user should see an error message indicating invalid credentials.
  4. The user should see an error message indicating that both fields are required.
  5. The user should see an error message indicating invalid credentials.

Test Case 2: Boundary Testing — File Upload

Objective: Check the system’s behaviour when uploading files.

Test Data:

  1. Small File: (Less than 1MB)
  2. Large File: (More than 1GB)
  3. Unsupported Format: (e.g., .exe)
  4. Empty File: (0 bytes)

Expected Results:

  1. File upload should succeed without errors.
  2. The system should display an error message due to file size exceeding the limit.
  3. The system should display an error message due to unsupported file format.
  4. The system should display an error message indicating that the file is empty.

Test Case 3: Negative Testing — Payment Processing

Objective: Test the payment processing module with invalid inputs.

Test Data:

  1. Expired Credit Card:Card Number: ValidExpiry Date: ExpiredCVV: Valid
  2. Insufficient Funds:Card Number: ValidExpiry Date: ValidCVV: ValidAmount: Greater than available funds
  3. Incorrect CVV:Card Number: ValidExpiry Date: ValidCVV: IncorrectAmount: Valid
  4. Non-numeric Characters in Card Numbers:Card Number: ABC-123Expiry Date: ValidCVV: ValidAmount: Valid

Expected Results:

  1. Payment should fail with an error message about the expired card.
  2. Payment should fail with an error message about insufficient funds.
  3. Payment should fail with an error message about an incorrect CVV.
  4. Payment should fail with an error message about an invalid card number.

Test Case 4: Data-Driven Testing — User Registration

Objective: Test user registration with various inputs.

Test Data:

  1. Valid Registration:Email: newuser@example.comPassword: ComplexPassword123
  2. Invalid Email Format:Email: invalid_emailPassword: ComplexPassword123
  3. Weak Password:Email: weakpassword@example.comPassword: 12345
  4. Duplicate Email:Email: john.doe@example.comPassword: ComplexPassword123
  5. Special Characters in Username:Email: special_chars@example.comPassword: ComplexPassword123Username: @user

Expected Results:

  1. The user should be successfully registered.
  2. Registration should fail with an error message about an invalid email format.
  3. Registration should fail with an error message about a weak password.
  4. Registration should fail with an error message about a duplicate email.
  5. Registration should fail with an error message about special characters in the username.

Test Case 5: Automation Testing — E-commerce Checkout

Objective: Automate the checkout process and verify order placement.

Test Data: (Automated using Selenium WebDriver and test scripts)

  • Add multiple items to the cart.
  • Apply different types of discounts (e.g., percentage, fixed amount).
  • Test with different shipping options.
  • Use different payment methods (credit card, PayPal, etc.).
  • Verify order confirmation details.

Expected Results: (Automated verification)

  • Cart items should be correctly added.
  • Discounts should be applied as expected.
  • Shipping options should work correctly.
  • Payment methods should process payments without errors.
  • Order confirmation details should match the expected values.

Test Case 6: Integration Testing — API Testing

Objective: Test the integration between the application and external APIs.

Test Data:

  1. Send Valid Request to API.
  2. Send Request with Missing Required Parameters.
  3. Simulate API Failure.
  4. Test Rate Limiting with a Large Number of Requests.

Expected Results:

  1. The API should respond with the expected data.
  2. The API should respond with an error message indicating missing parameters.
  3. The system should gracefully handle API failures and display an appropriate error message.
  4. Rate limiting should kick in after a certain threshold, and requests beyond the limit should be denied with an error message.

Test Case 7: Security Testing — User Permissions

Objective: Test user permissions and access control.

Test Data:

  1. Regular User Accessing Admin Functions.
  2. Admin User Accessing Restricted User Functions.
  3. User with Expired Session Token.
  4. Attempt to Access Restricted URLs Directly.

Expected Results:

  1. Regular users should not be able to access admin functions and should see an access denied message.
  2. Admin users should be able to access admin functions and restricted user functions.
  3. Users with an expired session token should be prompted to log in again.
  4. Attempting to access restricted URLs directly should result in access denied.

Test Case 8: Performance Testing — Concurrent User Load

Objective: Evaluate system performance under heavy load.

Test Data:

  • Simulate multiple concurrent users (e.g., 100, 500, 1000).
  • Vary the types of actions users perform (e.g., browsing, searching, ordering).

Expected Results:

  • The system should handle the specified number of concurrent users without significant degradation in response time.
  • Resource utilization (CPU, memory, etc.) should be monitored to ensure they are within acceptable limits.
  • The system should gracefully handle the increased load without crashing or showing errors.

Test Case 9: Usability Testing — User Interface (UI) Testing

Objective: Evaluate the usability and user-friendliness of the application’s user interface.

Test Data:

  1. Test the navigation flow from the homepage to product search to checkout.
  2. Check font size and readability for various text elements.
  3. Test the responsiveness of the UI on different devices (desktop, tablet, mobile).
  4. Evaluate the user interface for accessibility compliance (e.g., screen reader compatibility).
  5. Test the behaviour of tooltips and help text.
  6. Verify that error messages are clear and informative.
  7. Check if the UI adheres to the organization’s branding and style guidelines.

Expected Results:

  1. Users should be able to navigate through the application easily.
  2. The text should be legible and consistent.
  3. The UI should adapt to different screen sizes and orientations without issues.
  4. The application should be accessible to users with disabilities.
  5. Tooltips and help text should provide relevant information.
  6. Error messages should clearly indicate the problem and suggest a solution.
  7. The UI should match the organization’s branding and style guidelines.

Test Case 10: Compatibility Testing — Browser Compatibility

Objective: Ensure that the application functions correctly on different web browsers.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application on the latest version of Google Chrome.
  2. Test the application on the latest version of Mozilla Firefox.
  3. Test the application on the latest version of Microsoft Edge.
  4. Test the application on Internet Explorer 11.
  5. Test the application on Safari (on Mac and Windows).
  6. Check responsiveness and functionality on mobile browsers (e.g., Chrome on Android, Safari on iOS).

Expected Results:

  1. The application should work flawlessly on the latest version of Google Chrome.
  2. The application should work flawlessly on the latest version of Mozilla Firefox.
  3. The application should work flawlessly on the latest version of Microsoft Edge.
  4. The application should have basic functionality on Internet Explorer 11 with graceful degradation.
  5. The application should work well on Safari on both Mac and Windows.
  6. The mobile version should be responsive and functional on mobile browsers.

Test Case 11: Data Validation — Form Field Validation

Objective: Test data validation for various form fields.

Test Data:

  1. First Name: Numbers and special characters.
  2. Last Name: Numbers and special characters.
  3. Phone Number: Invalid formats (e.g., missing area code, non-numeric characters).
  4. Address: Special characters and excessively long text.
  5. ZIP Code: Invalid formats (e.g., letters, missing digits).

Expected Results:

  1. First and last name fields should only accept alphabetic characters.
  2. The phone number field should only accept numeric characters and a valid format.
  3. The address field should handle special characters and long text gracefully.
  4. The ZIP code field should reject letters and require valid numeric input.

Test Case 12: Localization Testing — Multilingual Support

Objective: Test the application’s support for multiple languages.

Test Data:

  1. Change the application language to Spanish.
  2. Change the application language to French.
  3. Verify the display of non-Latin scripts (e.g., Chinese, Arabic).
  4. Test the application with right-to-left (RTL) languages (e.g., Arabic, Hebrew).
  5. Verify that date and time formats change based on the selected language.

Expected Results:

  1. All text elements should be displayed in Spanish without text overflow.
  2. All text elements should be displayed in French without text overflow.
  3. Non-Latin scripts should be displayed correctly.
  4. RTL languages should display correctly with proper text alignment.
  5. Date and time formats should adapt to the selected language.

Test Case 13: Recovery Testing — Database Failures

Objective: Test the system’s ability to recover from database failures.

Test Data:

  1. Disconnect the database server during an active session.
  2. Delete a critical database table and attempt a user login.
  3. Overload the database with excessive queries.
  4. Simulate a network timeout while connecting to the database.

Expected Results:

  1. The system should handle the disconnection gracefully and display a user-friendly error message.
  2. The system should detect the missing table and prevent user logins from displaying an appropriate error message.
  3. The system should handle query overload without crashing or hanging.
  4. A network timeout should be handled with an error message indicating the issue.

Test Case 14: Stress Testing — Maximum Load Handling

Objective: Evaluate the system’s performance under maximum load.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a high number of concurrent user sessions (e.g., 10,000 users).
  2. Execute complex database queries simultaneously.
  3. Continuously add items to the shopping cart to test scalability.
  4. Simulate a sudden traffic spike by increasing load rapidly.

Expected Results:

  1. The system should handle a high number of concurrent users without significant performance degradation.
  2. Database queries should execute within an acceptable time frame.
  3. Adding items to the cart should work smoothly without causing system instability.
  4. The system should gracefully handle sudden traffic spikes without crashing or freezing.

Test Case 15: Compatibility Testing — Mobile Device Compatibility

Objective: Ensure the application functions correctly on various mobile devices.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application on an iPhone 12 running iOS 15.
  2. Test the application on a Samsung Galaxy S21 running Android 12.
  3. Test the application on an iPad Mini running iOS 15.
  4. Test the application on a Google Pixel 5 running Android 12.
  5. Test the application on a budget Android device running Android 11.
  6. Test the application on a Windows Surface tablet running Windows 10.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should work smoothly on the specified iPhone and iPad configurations.
  2. The application should work smoothly on the specified Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel configurations.
  3. The application should adapt to the larger screen of the iPad Mini.
  4. The application should be responsive on budget Android devices.
  5. The application should run on Windows Surface tablets with basic functionality.

Test Case 16: Performance Testing — Load Balancing

Objective: Evaluate the application’s performance under varying load-balancing scenarios.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application with load balancing across two web servers.
  2. Test the application with load balancing across four web servers.
  3. Simulate server failures during load balancing tests.
  4. Test load balancing with unequal server capacities.

Expected Results:

  1. Load balancing across two servers should distribute traffic evenly, and the application should perform well.
  2. Load balancing across four servers should further improve performance.
  3. Simulating server failures should trigger automatic failover without significant user impact.
  4. Load balancing with unequal capacities should distribute traffic proportionally and efficiently.

Test Case 17: Security Testing — Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Attack

Objective: Verify that the application is protected against XSS attacks.

Test Data:

  1. Input JavaScript code into text fields (e.g., name, comments).
  2. Inject script tags with malicious payloads.
  3. Attempt XSS attacks through query parameters in URLs.
  4. Test input validation for special characters and script tags.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should sanitize input and display JavaScript code as plain text.
  2. Injected script tags should be treated as plain text and not executed.
  3. Query parameters with malicious payloads should be detected and blocked.
  4. Input validation should reject special characters and script tags.

Test Case 18: Load Testing — Peak Traffic Handling

Objective: Evaluate the application’s performance during peak traffic hours.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate peak traffic by gradually increasing the number of concurrent users.
  2. Mix different types of user interactions, including browsing, searching, and making purchases.
  3. Monitor system resource utilization during peak load.

Expected Results:

  1. The system should handle the gradual increase in traffic without performance degradation.
  2. Different user interactions should proceed smoothly without errors.
  3. System resource utilization (CPU, memory, etc.) should remain within acceptable limits.

Test Case 19: Database Testing — Data Integrity

Objective: Test data integrity by verifying data consistency in the database.

Test Data:

  1. Modify a user’s email address and check if the change is reflected in the database.
  2. Delete a product and verify that associated records (e.g., orders) are updated accordingly.
  3. Introduce duplicate entries into the database and ensure data validation prevents it.
  4. Test database indexing by performing complex queries on large datasets.

Expected Results:

  1. Changes to user data should be accurately reflected in the database.
  2. Deleting a product should trigger cascading updates in related records.
  3. Data validation should prevent duplicate entries.
  4. Complex queries on large datasets should be executed within a reasonable time.

Test Case 20: Disaster Recovery Testing — Data Backup and Restoration

Objective: Test the application’s ability to recover from data loss or system failure.

Test Data:

  1. Back up critical data and simulate data loss.
  2. Restore data from backups and ensure it is complete and accurate.
  3. Simulate server failure and test the application’s failover capabilities.

Expected Results:

  1. Data should be successfully restored from backups, and no data loss should occur.
  2. Restored data should be complete and accurate.
  3. The application should failover to backup servers without a significant impact on user experience.

Test Case 21: Recovery Testing — Application Crashes

Objective: Test the system’s ability to recover gracefully from application crashes.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate an unexpected application crash during a user’s session.
  2. Verify that the application data is not corrupted after a crash.
  3. Restart the application after a crash and ensure it recovers the user’s session.

Expected Results:

  1. The system should detect the application crash and log the incident.
  2. Application data should remain intact and not become corrupted.
  3. Users should be able to resume their sessions after the application restarts.

Test Case 22: Accessibility Testing — Keyboard Navigation

Objective: Evaluate the application’s keyboard navigation for users with disabilities.

Test Data:

  1. Navigate through the application using keyboard keys (Tab, Enter, Arrow keys).
  2. Verify that all interactive elements are accessible and usable with a keyboard.
  3. Check that focus indicators are visible and clear.
  4. Test keyboard shortcuts for common actions (e.g., Ctrl+S for Save).

Expected Results:

  1. Keyboard navigation should be intuitive and allow users to reach all elements.
  2. All interactive elements should be reachable and functional via keyboard input.
  3. Focus indicators should be clearly visible and not obscured.
  4. Keyboard shortcuts should work as expected for supported actions.

Test Case 23: Compatibility Testing — Operating System Compatibility

Objective: Ensure the application functions correctly on different operating systems.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application on Windows 10.
  2. Test the application on macOS Monterey (macOS 12).
  3. Test the application on Linux (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS).
  4. Test the application on a Chrome OS device.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should work seamlessly on Windows 10.
  2. The application should function correctly on macOS Monterey.
  3. The application should be compatible with Linux distributions.
  4. The application should run smoothly on Chrome OS.

Test Case 24: Geographic Testing — Localization for Different Regions

Objective: Verify that the application’s localization settings work for various regions.

Test Data:

  1. Set the application to display currency, date, and time formats for the United States.
  2. Set the application to display currency, date, and time formats for the United Kingdom.
  3. Set the application to display currency, date, and time formats for Japan.
  4. Set the application to display currency, date, and time formats for India.

Expected Results:

  1. Currency, date, and time formats should match US conventions.
  2. Currency, date, and time formats should match UK conventions.
  3. Currency, date, and time formats should match Japanese conventions.
  4. Currency, date, and time formats should match Indian conventions.

Test Case 25: Disaster Recovery Testing — Data Loss and Restoration

Objective: Test the application’s ability to recover from data loss scenarios.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate accidental data deletion and confirm data loss.
  2. Attempt to restore data from a backup and verify its completeness.
  3. Test data recovery after a server crash and restoration from a backup.

Expected Results:

  1. Data should be lost as a result of the deletion simulation.
  2. Data should be successfully restored from the backup, and no data should be missing.
  3. After a server crash, the system should recover gracefully from a backup without significant data loss.

Test Case 26: Compliance Testing — GDPR Compliance

Objective: Ensure the application complies with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements.

Test Data:

  1. Perform a data subject access request to retrieve user data.
  2. Attempt to delete user data upon request.
  3. Verify that user data is anonymized after account deletion.
  4. Test the application’s data breach notification process.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should provide a user’s data upon request.
  2. User data should be successfully deleted upon request.
  3. After account deletion, user data should be anonymized, making it impossible to link to the individual.
  4. The application should notify users of any data breaches as per GDPR requirements.

Test Case 27: Network Testing — Slow Network Conditions

Objective: Test the application’s performance under slow network conditions.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a slow network by limiting bandwidth and increasing latency.
  2. Test the application’s responsiveness during slow network conditions.
  3. Monitor how long it takes to load large media files over a slow connection.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should remain functional but may experience delays.
  2. User interactions should be responsive, but data retrieval may be slower.
  3. Loading large media files may take longer than under optimal network conditions.

Test Case 28: Multi-Platform Testing — Cross-Platform Compatibility

Objective: Verify the application’s compatibility across multiple platforms.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application on Windows 10 using Google Chrome.
  2. Test the application on macOS Monterey using Safari.
  3. Test the application on Android 12 using Chrome.
  4. Test the application on iOS 15 using Safari.
  5. Test the application on Linux using Firefox.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should work well on Windows 10 with Google Chrome.
  2. The application should function correctly on macOS Monterey with Safari.
  3. The application should be compatible with Android 12 using Chrome.
  4. The application should run smoothly on iOS 15 using Safari.
  5. The application should operate seamlessly on Linux using Firefox.

Test Case 29: Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Testing

Objective: Test the automated build and deployment processes.

Test Data:

  1. Trigger an automated build and deployment pipeline.
  2. Test the deployment of a new software version to a staging environment.
  3. Test the rollback mechanism by intentionally deploying a faulty version.

Expected Results:

  1. The CI/CD pipeline should successfully build and deploy the application.
  2. The new version should be deployed to the staging environment without issues.
  3. The rollback mechanism should revert to the previous stable version in case of deployment failure.

Test Case 30: Performance Testing — Scalability

Objective: Evaluate the application’s scalability by increasing the user load gradually.

Test Data:

  1. Gradually increase the number of concurrent users from 100 to 10,000.
  2. Monitor system performance and resource utilization during load increases.
  3. Test the application’s response time as the load increases.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should scale horizontally to handle the increased load.
  2. System resource utilization should remain within acceptable limits.
  3. Response time should remain within acceptable thresholds as the load increases.

Test Case 31: Third-Party Integration Testing — Social Media Integration

Objective: Test the integration with social media platforms for sharing and authentication.

Test Data:

  1. Test sharing content from the application to Facebook.
  2. Test sharing content from the application to Twitter.
  3. Test user authentication using Google OAuth.
  4. Test user authentication using Facebook OAuth.
  5. Test user authentication using Twitter OAuth.

Expected Results:

  1. Sharing content to Facebook should successfully post content to the user’s Facebook account.
  2. Sharing content to Twitter should successfully tweet the content.
  3. User authentication via Google OAuth should allow users to log in using their Google accounts.
  4. User authentication via Facebook OAuth should allow users to log in using their Facebook accounts.
  5. User authentication via Twitter OAuth should allow users to log in using their Twitter accounts.

Test Case 32: Mobile App Testing — Push Notifications

Objective: Verify the functionality of push notifications in the mobile application.

Test Data:

  1. Send a push notification to the mobile app.
  2. Send a scheduled push notification with specific content.
  3. Test push notifications under different network conditions (3G, 4G, Wi-Fi).
  4. Verify that push notifications work on both iOS and Android.

Expected Results:

  1. The mobile app should receive and display the push notification.
  2. The scheduled push notification should be delivered at the specified time.
  3. Push notifications should work reliably under different network conditions.
  4. Push notifications should work on both iOS and Android devices.

Test Case 33: Compliance Testing — Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with PCI DSS requirements for handling payment card data.

Test Data:

  1. Perform a payment transaction with valid credit card data.
  2. Perform a payment transaction with invalid credit card data.
  3. Check for encryption of payment card data during transmission.
  4. Verify that payment card data is not stored in logs or databases.

Expected Results:

  1. Valid payment transactions should be processed successfully.
  2. Invalid payment transactions should be declined with an appropriate error message.
  3. Payment card data should be encrypted during transmission.
  4. Payment card data should not be stored in logs or databases.

Test Case 34: Load Testing — Data Processing Load

Objective: Evaluate the application’s performance under heavy data processing loads.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a scenario where a large number of data records need to be processed simultaneously.
  2. Test data import and export functions with large datasets.
  3. Monitor CPU and memory utilization during data processing.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should handle a large number of data records without performance degradation.
  2. Data import and export functions should handle large datasets efficiently.
  3. CPU and memory utilization should remain within acceptable limits during data processing.

Test Case 35: Security Testing — Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) Attack

Objective: Verify that the application is protected against CSRF attacks.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a CSRF attack by tricking a user into performing unwanted actions.
  2. Attempt to change a user’s password through a CSRF attack.
  3. Verify that anti-CSRF tokens are implemented and effective.

Expected Results:

  1. CSRF attacks should be prevented, and users should not be able to perform unwanted actions.
  2. Attempting to change a user’s password through CSRF should be blocked.
  3. Anti-CSRF tokens should be implemented and effective in protecting against CSRF attacks.

Test Case 36: Regulatory Compliance Testing — Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with HIPAA requirements for handling protected health information (PHI).

Test Data:

  1. Store and retrieve medical records in the application.
  2. Perform access control and authentication tests on PHI.
  3. Test audit logging for access to PHI.
  4. Verify that PHI is encrypted at rest and during transmission.

Expected Results:

  1. Medical records should be stored and retrieved securely.
  2. Access to PHI should be controlled and authenticated appropriately.
  3. Audit logs should capture access to PHI.
  4. PHI should be encrypted at rest and during transmission as required by HIPAA.

Test Case 37: Network Testing — High Latency Connections

Objective: Test the application’s performance under high-latency network conditions.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a network connection with high latency.
  2. Test the application’s responsiveness when interacting with remote servers.
  3. Monitor the impact of high latency on user experience.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should remain functional but may experience delays due to high latency.
  2. User interactions with remote servers should still be responsive, albeit slower.
  3. Users should be able to perform tasks with minimal disruption despite high latency.

Test Case 38: Multi-Language Support Testing — Right-to-Left (RTL) Languages

Objective: Verify that the application supports right-to-left (RTL) languages.

Test Data:

  1. Set the application language to Arabic.
  2. Set the application language to Hebrew.
  3. Test RTL text alignment in different sections of the application.

Expected Results:

  1. When set to Arabic, the application should display text and align elements correctly from right to left.
  2. When set to Hebrew, the application should display text and align elements correctly from right to left.
  3. Text alignment in RTL languages should be consistent across all sections of the application.

Test Case 39: Geographic Testing — Regional Content Customization

Objective: Ensure that the application customizes content based on users’ geographic location.

Test Data:

  1. Access the application from the United States and check for region-specific content.
  2. Access the application from the United Kingdom and check for region-specific content.
  3. Access the application from Japan and check for region-specific content.

Expected Results:

  1. Users from the United States should see region-specific content relevant to their location.
  2. Users from the United Kingdom should see region-specific content relevant to their location.
  3. Users from Japan should see region-specific content relevant to their location.

Test Case 40: Integration Testing — API Rate Limiting

Objective: Test the application’s integration with third-party APIs that have rate limits.

Test Data:

  1. Send a high volume of requests to a rate-limited API endpoint.
  2. Test the application’s response to rate-limiting, including error handling.
  3. Verify that the application respects and adheres to API rate limits.

Expected Results:

  1. Sending a high volume of requests to a rate-limited API should trigger rate-limiting.
  2. The application should handle rate-limiting errors gracefully and provide appropriate feedback to users.
  3. The application should respect and adhere to API rate limits, preventing abuse.

Test Case 41: Performance Testing — Concurrent User Behavior

Objective: Evaluate how the application performs under different user behaviours.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate concurrent users browsing the application.
  2. Simulate concurrent users performing searches.
  3. Simulate concurrent users making purchases.
  4. Simulate concurrent users performing a mix of actions (browsing, searching, and purchasing).

Expected Results:

  1. Concurrent users browsing the application should not significantly impact performance.
  2. Concurrent users performing searches should not significantly impact search response times.
  3. Concurrent users making purchases should not cause slowdowns in the checkout process.
  4. Concurrent users performing a mix of actions should not lead to performance degradation.

Test Case 42: Compatibility Testing — Mobile Device Resolutions

Objective: Verify the application’s compatibility with various mobile device resolutions.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application on a smartphone with a 720p resolution.
  2. Test the application on a smartphone with a 1080p resolution.
  3. Test the application on a smartphone with a 1440p resolution.
  4. Test the application on a tablet with a 2K resolution.
  5. Test the application on a tablet with a 4K resolution.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should adapt to and display correctly on smartphones with 720p resolution.
  2. The application should adapt to and display correctly on smartphones with 1080p resolution.
  3. The application should adapt to and display correctly on smartphones with 1440p resolution.
  4. The application should adapt to and display correctly on tablets with 2K resolution.
  5. The application should adapt to and display correctly on tablets with 4K resolution.

Test Case 43: Data Privacy Testing — Consent Management

Objective: Verify that the application complies with data privacy regulations and allows users to manage their data consent.

Test Data:

  1. Allow users to opt out of data tracking and personalized ads.
  2. Provide options for users to review and modify their data-sharing preferences.
  3. Ensure that user data is not shared with third parties without explicit consent.
  4. Test user data deletion requests and verify data erasure.

Expected Results:

  1. Users should be able to opt out of data tracking and personalized ads.
  2. Users should have the option to review and modify their data-sharing preferences.
  3. User data should not be shared with third parties without explicit consent.
  4. Data deletion requests should be processed, and user data should be erased as per regulations.

Test Case 44: Regulatory Compliance Testing — Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for accessibility.

Test Data:

  1. Perform accessibility testing using screen readers for visually impaired users.
  2. Verify keyboard navigation for all interactive elements.
  3. Check colour contrast ratios to ensure readability for users with colour blindness.
  4. Test voice commands and voice recognition for hands-free navigation.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should be compatible with screen readers and provide a meaningful experience for visually impaired users.
  2. Keyboard navigation should work for all interactive elements.
  3. Colour contrast ratios should meet ADA requirements for readability.
  4. Voice commands and voice recognition should provide hands-free navigation options.

Test Case 45: Load Testing — Scheduled Maintenance

Objective: Evaluate how the application performs during scheduled maintenance.

Test Data:

  1. Schedule and perform maintenance tasks, such as database updates or software patches.
  2. Monitor the application’s behavior during the maintenance and recovery phases.
  3. Test the application’s ability to display maintenance messages to users.

Expected Results:

  1. Scheduled maintenance tasks should be executed without errors or data loss.
  2. The application should gracefully handle maintenance periods and provide a user-friendly maintenance message.
  3. After maintenance, the application should recover without data corruption or functional issues.

Test Case 46: Geographic Testing — Localized Content Testing

Objective: Ensure that localized content is correctly displayed based on users’ geographical locations.

Test Data:

  1. Access the application from Germany and check for region-specific content.
  2. Access the application from France and check for region-specific content.
  3. Access the application from China and check for region-specific content.
  4. Access the application from Brazil and check for region-specific content.

Expected Results:

  1. Users from Germany should see region-specific content relevant to their location.
  2. Users from France should see region-specific content relevant to their location.
  3. Users from China should see region-specific content relevant to their location.
  4. Users from Brazil should see region-specific content relevant to their location.

Test Case 47: Security Testing — Brute Force Attack

Objective: Test the application’s resistance to brute-force login attacks.

Test Data:

  1. Attempt a brute force attack on a user account with weak credentials.
  2. Set up account lockout mechanisms and test their effectiveness.
  3. Monitor login attempts and implement CAPTCHA or other security measures.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should detect and block brute force attacks on user accounts.
  2. Account lockout mechanisms should prevent further login attempts after a specified number of failed tries.
  3. Additional security measures, such as CAPTCHA, should be implemented after a certain number of failed login attempts.

Test Case 48: Network Testing — Packet Loss Simulation

Objective: Test the application’s behavior under conditions of packet loss in the network.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a network with 5% packet loss.
  2. Simulate a network with 10% packet loss.
  3. Simulate a network with 20% packet loss.
  4. Monitor how the application responds to packet loss during data transmission.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should handle 5% packet loss with minimal impact on user experience.
  2. The application should continue to function reasonably well with 10% packet loss.
  3. At 20% packet loss, the application may experience some slowdowns, but it should not crash or become unusable.
  4. The application should gracefully handle packet loss, minimizing the impact on user interactions.

Test Case 49: Backup and Restore Testing — Disaster Recovery Simulation

Objective: Simulate a disaster scenario and test the application’s backup and restore procedures.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a server failure and data loss.
  2. Perform a data restore from backups.
  3. Verify data integrity and completeness after restoration.
  4. Test the application’s ability to continue normal operation after recovery.

Expected Results:

  1. Simulating a server failure and data loss should result in data unavailability.
  2. Data should be successfully restored from backups.
  3. After restoration, data integrity and completeness should be verified.
  4. The application should continue normal operation after recovery without significant issues.

Test Case 50: Usability Testing — Mobile App User Experience (UX)

Objective: Evaluate the user experience of the mobile application.

Test Data:

  1. Test the app’s navigation on mobile devices.
  2. Evaluate the app’s layout and ease of use on different screen sizes.
  3. Test the app’s response time to user interactions on mobile.
  4. Check for any mobile-specific usability issues or design inconsistencies.

Expected Results:

  1. The app’s navigation should be intuitive and easy to use on mobile devices.
  2. The app’s layout should adapt well to different screen sizes, maintaining a consistent user experience.
  3. The app should respond promptly to user interactions on mobile.
  4. Mobile-specific usability issues or design inconsistencies should be addressed for a smooth user experience.

Test Case 51: Security Testing — Session Management

Objective: Verify the application’s session management and security.

Test Data:

  1. Log in with a user account on one device.
  2. Attempt to access the same account simultaneously from another device.
  3. Test the application’s session timeout functionality.
  4. Log in with an incorrect password multiple times and check for account lockout.

Expected Results:

  1. Logging in from one device should not prevent access from another device unless it violates security policies.
  2. Simultaneous access from multiple devices should be allowed for the same user.
  3. The application should log the user out after the specified session timeout.
  4. After multiple failed login attempts, the account should be locked as per security policies.

Test Case 52: Compatibility Testing — Web and Mobile Browser Compatibility

Objective: Ensure the application functions correctly on various web and mobile browsers.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application on Google Chrome (desktop).
  2. Test the application on Mozilla Firefox (desktop).
  3. Test the application on Safari (desktop).
  4. Test the application on Microsoft Edge (desktop).
  5. Test the application on Google Chrome (mobile).
  6. Test the application on Safari (iOS).
  7. Test the application on Samsung Internet (Android).

Expected Results:

  1. The application should work seamlessly on Google Chrome (desktop).
  2. The application should work seamlessly on Mozilla Firefox (desktop).
  3. The application should work seamlessly on Safari (desktop).
  4. The application should work seamlessly on Microsoft Edge (desktop).
  5. The application should function correctly on Google Chrome (mobile).
  6. The application should function correctly on Safari (iOS).
  7. The application should function correctly on Samsung Internet (Android).

Test Case 53: Load Testing — Concurrent Transactions

Objective: Evaluate the application’s ability to handle a high volume of concurrent transactions.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate concurrent users making multiple transactions within a short time frame.
  2. Monitor the application’s performance, response time, and resource utilization.
  3. Test the application’s ability to maintain data integrity and consistency.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should handle a high volume of concurrent transactions without data corruption or errors.
  2. Performance should remain stable, with response times within acceptable limits.
  3. Data integrity and consistency should be maintained throughout concurrent transactions.

Test Case 54: Disaster Recovery Testing — Data Center Failover

Objective: Test the application’s ability to recover from a data centre failure.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a complete data centre failure, including a power outage.
  2. Test the failover to a backup data centre in a different location.
  3. Monitor the application’s recovery process and data synchronization.

Expected Results:

  1. In the event of a data centre failure, the application should initiate failover procedures.
  2. Failover to a backup data centre should occur seamlessly with minimal data loss.
  3. The application should recover and synchronize data between data centres effectively.

Test Case 55: Geographic Testing — Currency Conversion

Objective: Verify the accuracy of currency conversion in the application.

Test Data:

  1. Perform currency conversions from US Dollars (USD) to Euros (EUR).
  2. Perform currency conversions from Japanese Yen (JPY) to US Dollars (USD).
  3. Perform currency conversions from British Pounds (GBP) to Canadian Dollars (CAD).

Expected Results:

  1. Currency conversions from USD to EUR should produce accurate exchange rates.
  2. Currency conversions from JPY to USD should produce accurate exchange rates.
  3. Currency conversions from GBP to CAD should produce accurate exchange rates.

Test Case 56: Compliance Testing — Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements for financial data reporting.

Test Data:

  1. Generate financial reports and statements from the application.
  2. Test data retention and audit trail functionality.
  3. Verify that financial data access is restricted to authorized personnel.
  4. Perform role-based access control testing for financial data.

Expected Results:

  1. Financial reports and statements should be generated accurately.
  2. Data retention and audit trail functionality should capture all relevant financial data.
  3. Financial data access should be restricted to authorized personnel as per SOX requirements.
  4. Role-based access control should effectively limit access to financial data based on user roles.

Test Case 57: Network Testing — Intermittent Network Disruptions

Objective: Test the application’s behavior when faced with intermittent network disruptions.

Test Data:

  1. Introduce brief network outages during data transmission.
  2. Simulate network disruptions with varying durations (e.g., 2 seconds, 5 seconds).
  3. Monitor how the application handles interruptions during critical tasks.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should gracefully handle brief network outages and recover without data loss.
  2. Intermittent network disruptions should not lead to application crashes or data corruption.
  3. Critical tasks interrupted by network disruptions should resume seamlessly.

Test Case 58: Backup and Restore Testing — Cloud Backup

Objective: Test the application’s backup and restore procedures when utilizing cloud-based backups.

Test Data:

  1. Perform regular data backups to a cloud storage service.
  2. Simulate data loss or corruption and initiate a restore from the cloud backup.
  3. Verify the completeness and integrity of data after the cloud restoration.

Expected Results:

  1. Data should be successfully backed up to the cloud storage service.
  2. Initiating a restore from the cloud backup should recover data without errors or omissions.
  3. Data restored from the cloud should be complete and maintain its integrity.

Test Case 59: Usability Testing — User Onboarding

Objective: Evaluate the user onboarding process and user experience.

Test Data:

  1. Register a new user account and assess the ease of the registration process.
  2. Test the clarity and effectiveness of onboarding tutorials or guides.
  3. Verify that the application provides assistance to new users when needed.
  4. Test the user account verification process, if applicable.

Expected Results:

  1. Registering a new user account should be straightforward and user-friendly.
  2. Onboarding tutorials or guides should provide clear instructions for new users.
  3. The application should assist new users when they encounter challenges.
  4. User account verification, if required, should work smoothly and securely.

Test Case 60: Regulatory Compliance Testing — Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with COPPA requirements for the protection of children’s online privacy.

Test Data:

  1. Verify that the application does not collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
  2. Test age verification mechanisms for accounts of users under 13.
  3. Ensure that parental consent is obtained before collecting or using children’s data.
  4. Monitor data handling practices to prevent unauthorized access to children’s data.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should not collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
  2. Age verification mechanisms should be effective in preventing underage users from accessing certain features.
  3. Parental consent should be obtained before collecting or using children’s data as required by COPPA.
  4. Data handling practices should prevent unauthorized access to children’s data and protect their online privacy.

Test Case 61: Security Testing — Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability

Objective: Test the application for Cross-Site Scripting vulnerabilities.

Test Data:

  1. Inject a script into user input fields, such as comments or profile descriptions.
  2. Attempt to execute JavaScript code through various user inputs.
  3. Verify that user inputs are sanitized or escaped to prevent script execution.

Expected Results:

  1. Injected scripts should not be executed when entered into user input fields.
  2. The application should block the execution of JavaScript code through user inputs.
  3. User inputs should be sanitized or escaped to prevent XSS vulnerabilities.

Test Case 62: Compatibility Testing — Browser Extensions/Add-ons

Objective: Ensure the application functions correctly with popular browser extensions/add-ons installed.

Test Data:

  1. Install browser extensions/add-ons commonly used for ad-blocking.
  2. Install browser extensions/add-ons for password managers.
  3. Test the application’s behavior and functionality with these extensions/add-ons enabled.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should function correctly with ad-blocking extensions/add-ons.
  2. Password manager extensions/add-ons should work seamlessly with the login and account management features of the application.
  3. No conflicts or errors should occur when using these extensions/add-ons.

Test Case 63: Load Testing — Concurrent API Requests

Objective: Evaluate the application’s ability to handle a high volume of concurrent API requests.

Test Data:

  1. Send a large number of concurrent API requests to various endpoints.
  2. Monitor the application’s response time and resource utilization during high loads.
  3. Verify that the application can maintain API response integrity.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should handle a high volume of concurrent API requests without degradation in response times.
  2. Resource utilization should remain within acceptable limits during high load.
  3. API responses should maintain integrity, with no data corruption or errors.

Test Case 64: Disaster Recovery Testing — Data Corruption and Recovery

Objective: Simulate data corruption and test the application’s recovery procedures.

Test Data:

  1. Introduce data corruption into a critical database or data store.
  2. Trigger a data recovery process from backups.
  3. Verify data integrity and completeness after the recovery process.

Expected Results:

  1. Data corruption should render the affected data inaccessible or unusable.
  2. The application should successfully recover data from backups.
  3. Data integrity and completeness should be verified after the recovery process.

Test Case 65: Geographic Testing — Language Localization

Objective: Ensure that the application correctly localizes content based on users’ language preferences.

Test Data:

  1. Set the application language to English (United States).
  2. Set the application language to Spanish (Spain).
  3. Set the application language to French (France).
  4. Set the application language to German (Germany).

Expected Results:

  1. When set to English (United States), the application should display content in American English.
  2. When set to Spanish (Spain), the application should display content in European Spanish.
  3. When set to French (France), the application should display content in European French.
  4. When set to German (Germany), the application should display content in German as used in Germany.

Test Case 66: Compliance Testing — Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with FERPA requirements for the protection of student records.

Test Data:

  1. Verify that the application restricts access to student records to authorized personnel.
  2. Test the application’s data retention and data deletion policies for student records.
  3. Ensure that student data is not shared with third parties without consent.
  4. Perform role-based access control testing for student records.

Expected Results:

  1. Access to student records should be restricted to authorized personnel as per FERPA requirements.
  2. Data retention and data deletion policies should align with FERPA guidelines for student records.
  3. Student data should not be shared with third parties without proper consent.
  4. Role-based access control should effectively limit access to student records based on user roles.

Test Case 67: Network Testing — High Bandwidth Usage

Objective: Test the application’s performance under conditions of high bandwidth usage.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate high bandwidth usage by downloading or streaming large media files.
  2. Test the application’s response time and stability during periods of high bandwidth usage.
  3. Verify that the application can prioritize critical functions during high bandwidth usage.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should remain responsive and stable even during periods of high bandwidth usage.
  2. Response times for critical functions should not significantly degrade.
  3. The application should be capable of prioritizing critical functions to ensure smooth operation.

Test Case 68: Backup and Restore Testing — Database Rollback

Objective: Test the application’s ability to perform database rollbacks in case of critical errors.

Test Data:

  1. Trigger a critical error in the application that impacts the database.
  2. Perform a rollback to a previous database state.
  3. Verify that the application can recover and resume normal operation.

Expected Results:

  1. The critical error should lead to data inconsistencies or errors.
  2. The application should successfully perform a database rollback to a previous state.
  3. After the rollback, the application should recover and resume normal operation without data issues.

Test Case 69: Usability Testing — User Feedback Integration

Objective: Evaluate how user feedback is integrated into application improvements.

Test Data:

  1. Gather user feedback through surveys or feedback forms.
  2. Submit feature requests or bug reports through the application’s feedback mechanism.
  3. Monitor how the application incorporates user feedback into updates and improvements.

Expected Results:

  1. Users should have the opportunity to provide feedback easily through surveys or feedback forms.
  2. The application should provide a seamless process for users to submit feature requests or bug reports.
  3. User feedback should be considered and integrated into application updates, demonstrating a responsive development process.

Test Case 70: Regulatory Compliance Testing — California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with CCPA requirements for consumer privacy protection.

Test Data:

  1. Verify that the application provides users the right to opt out of the sale of their personal information.
  2. Test data access and deletion requests from users as required by CCPA.
  3. Monitor data handling practices to prevent unauthorized access to users’ personal information.
  4. Ensure that users are informed about their rights under CCPA.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should provide users with the option to opt out of the sale of their personal information.
  2. Data access and deletion requests from users should be processed as per CCPA requirements.
  3. Data handling practices should protect users’ personal information from unauthorized access.
  4. Users should be informed about their rights under CCPA regarding their personal information.

Test Case 71: Security Testing — SQL Injection Vulnerability

Objective: Test the application for SQL injection vulnerabilities.

Test Data:

  1. Attempt to inject SQL queries through user input fields.
  2. Test for SQL injection by entering malicious SQL code into search or log in fields.
  3. Verify that user inputs are sanitized or parameterized to prevent SQL injection attacks.

Expected Results:

  1. Injected SQL queries should not be executed when entered into user input fields.
  2. The application should block malicious SQL code from being executed through user inputs.
  3. User inputs should be properly sanitized or parameterized to prevent SQL injection vulnerabilities.

Test Case 72: Compatibility Testing — Browser Version Compatibility

Objective: Ensure the application functions correctly with different versions of popular web browsers.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application on the latest version of Google Chrome.
  2. Test the application on an older version of Google Chrome.
  3. Test the application on the latest version of Mozilla Firefox.
  4. Test the application on an older version of Mozilla Firefox.
  5. Test the application on the latest version of Microsoft Edge.
  6. Test the application on an older version of Microsoft Edge.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should work seamlessly on the latest version of Google Chrome.
  2. The application should still function correctly on an older version of Google Chrome.
  3. The application should work seamlessly on the latest version of Mozilla Firefox.
  4. The application should still function correctly on an older version of Mozilla Firefox.
  5. The application should work seamlessly on the latest version of Microsoft Edge.
  6. The application should still function correctly on an older version of Microsoft Edge.

Test Case 73: Load Testing — Burst Traffic Handling

Objective: Evaluate how the application handles sudden bursts of high traffic.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a sudden surge in user traffic to the application.
  2. Monitor server response times and resource utilization during the traffic spike.
  3. Verify that the application can auto-scale or handle the increased load effectively.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should gracefully handle sudden bursts of high traffic without crashing or becoming unresponsive.
  2. Server response times should remain within acceptable limits during the traffic surge.
  3. The application should be capable of auto-scaling or handling increased loads through load balancing.

Test Case 74: Disaster Recovery Testing — Data Center Switch Over

Objective: Test the application’s ability to switch over to an alternate data centre in case of primary data centre failure.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a complete failure of the primary data centre.
  2. Initiate the failover process to an alternate data centre.
  3. Monitor the application’s recovery and failover time.

Expected Results:

  1. In the event of a primary data centre failure, the application should initiate the failover process.
  2. Failover to an alternate data centre should occur without significant data loss or downtime.
  3. The application should recover and switch over to the alternate data centre within an acceptable time frame.

Test Case 75: Geographic Testing — Time Zone Support

Objective: Ensure that the application correctly supports different time zones for users worldwide.

Test Data:

  1. Set the application to the Pacific Time Zone (PT).
  2. Set the application to the Central European Time Zone (CET).
  3. Set the application to the Australian Eastern Time Zone (AET).
  4. Set the application to the India Standard Time Zone (IST).

Expected Results:

  1. When set to the Pacific Time Zone (PT), the application should display timestamps and events in PT.
  2. When set to the Central European Time Zone (CET), the application should display timestamps and events in CET.
  3. When set to the Australian Eastern Time Zone (AET), the application should display timestamps and events in AET.
  4. When set to the India Standard Time Zone (IST), the application should display timestamps and events in IST.

Test Case 76: Compliance Testing — General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with GDPR requirements for user data protection and privacy.

Test Data:

  1. Verify that the application provides users with options to view and manage their personal data.
  2. Test data access and deletion requests from users as required by GDPR.
  3. Monitor data handling practices to prevent unauthorized access to users’ personal data.
  4. Ensure that users are informed about their rights under GDPR regarding their personal data.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should provide users with the option to view and manage their personal data easily.
  2. Data access and deletion requests from users should be processed as per GDPR requirements.
  3. Data handling practices should protect users’ personal data from unauthorized access.
  4. Users should be informed about their rights under GDPR regarding their personal data and consent to data processing.

Test Case 77: Network Testing — High Packet Loss and Latency

Objective: Test the application’s behavior under conditions of high packet loss and latency in the network.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a network with 50% packet loss.
  2. Simulate a network with 200 ms latency.
  3. Monitor how the application responds to high packet loss and latency during data transmission.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should handle 50% packet loss with some packet retransmissions, maintaining data integrity.
  2. Under 200 ms latency, the application may experience slight delays but should remain functional.
  3. Despite high packet loss and latency, the application should continue to function and recover gracefully.

Test Case 78: Backup and Restore Testing — Automated Backup Verification

Objective: Test the application’s automated backup verification process to ensure data integrity.

Test Data:

  1. Perform automated backups of data.
  2. Initiate the automated backup verification process.
  3. Verify that the application can detect and correct data inconsistencies.

Expected Results:

  1. Automated backups should be successfully performed, capturing all necessary data.
  2. The automated backup verification process should identify and correct any data inconsistencies or errors.
  3. Data integrity should be maintained throughout the automated backup and verification process.

Test Case 79: Usability Testing — Mobile App Accessibility

Objective: Evaluate the mobile application’s accessibility features for users with disabilities.

Test Data:

  1. Test screen reader compatibility for visually impaired users.
  2. Evaluate voice control and voice recognition for hands-free navigation.
  3. Verify that interactive elements have proper keyboard navigation and focus.

Expected Results:

  1. The mobile app should be compatible with screen readers and provide a meaningful experience for visually impaired users.
  2. Voice control and voice recognition should provide effective hands-free navigation options.
  3. Interactive elements should be accessible via keyboard navigation, maintaining an accessible user experience.

Test Case 80: Regulatory Compliance Testing — Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with HIPAA requirements for handling protected health information (PHI).

Test Data:

  1. Store and retrieve medical records in the application.
  2. Perform access control and authentication tests on PHI.
  3. Test audit logging for access to PHI.
  4. Verify that PHI is encrypted at rest and during transmission.

Expected Results:

  1. Medical records should be stored and retrieved securely.
  2. Access to PHI should be controlled and authenticated appropriately.
  3. Audit logs should capture access to PHI for compliance monitoring.
  4. PHI should be encrypted at rest and during transmission to maintain security and HIPAA compliance.

Test Case 81: Security Testing — Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) Vulnerability

Objective: Test the application for Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities.

Test Data:

  1. Attempt to forge and submit requests to the application without user consent.
  2. Test for CSRF vulnerabilities by crafting malicious requests and submitting them through various user actions.
  3. Verify that the application uses anti-CSRF tokens or mechanisms to prevent CSRF attacks.

Expected Results:

  1. Forged requests submitted without user consent should be rejected by the application.
  2. The application should detect and block malicious CSRF requests initiated through user actions.
  3. Anti-CSRF tokens or mechanisms should be in place to prevent CSRF vulnerabilities.

Test Case 82: Compatibility Testing — Operating System Compatibility

Objective: Ensure the application functions correctly on various operating systems.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application on Windows 10.
  2. Test the application on macOS Big Sur.
  3. Test the application on Ubuntu Linux.
  4. Test the application on iOS (iPad).
  5. Test the application on Android (tablet).

Expected Results:

  1. The application should work seamlessly on Windows 10.
  2. The application should work seamlessly on macOS Big Sur.
  3. The application should work seamlessly on Ubuntu Linux.
  4. The application should function correctly on iOS (iPad).
  5. The application should function correctly on Android (tablet).

Test Case 83: Load Testing — Extended High Traffic Load

Objective: Evaluate how the application performs under prolonged high-traffic conditions.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate an extended period of high user traffic to the application.
  2. Monitor server response times and resource utilization during the prolonged high load.
  3. Verify that the application maintains stability and performance over an extended duration.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should handle prolonged high traffic without excessive resource utilization or degradation in response times.
  2. Server response times should remain consistent and within acceptable limits throughout the extended high load.
  3. The application should demonstrate long-term stability and performance.

Test Case 84: Disaster Recovery Testing — Data Center Failback

Objective: Test the application’s ability to fail back to the primary data centre after a failover.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate a failure of the primary data centre.
  2. Initiate the failover process to an alternate data centre.
  3. Test the process of failing back to the primary data centre.
  4. Monitor data synchronization and recovery during the failback.

Expected Results:

  1. In the event of a primary data centre failure, the application should initiate the failover process to an alternate data centre.
  2. The failover to the alternate data centre should occur seamlessly without significant data loss or downtime.
  3. Failing back to the primary data centre should be a controlled process with data synchronization and recovery.
  4. Data integrity and consistency should be maintained during the fallback.

Test Case 85: Geographic Testing — Region-Specific Content Delivery

Objective: Verify that the application delivers region-specific content based on users’ geographical locations.

Test Data:

  1. Access the application from the United States and check for region-specific content.
  2. Access the application from the United Kingdom and check for region-specific content.
  3. Access the application from Canada and check for region-specific content.
  4. Access the application from Australia and check for region-specific content.

Expected Results:

  1. Users from the United States should see region-specific content relevant to their location.
  2. Users from the United Kingdom should see region-specific content relevant to their location.
  3. Users from Canada should see region-specific content relevant to their location.
  4. Users from Australia should see region-specific content relevant to their location.

Test Case 86: Compliance Testing — Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with PCI DSS requirements for payment card data security.

Test Data:

  1. Perform payment transactions using payment card data.
  2. Verify that payment card data is encrypted and securely processed.
  3. Test access controls and authentication for payment processing.
  4. Monitor audit logging and monitoring of payment card data access.

Expected Results:

  1. Payment transactions should be securely processed with payment card data.
  2. Payment card data should be encrypted and protected in accordance with PCI DSS requirements.
  3. Access controls and authentication for payment processing should be robust and secure.
  4. Audit logging and monitoring should track access to payment card data for compliance purposes.

Test Case 87: Network Testing — High Throughput Testing

Objective: Test the application’s performance under conditions of high network throughput.

Test Data:

  1. Simulate high network throughput by generating a large volume of data traffic.
  2. Monitor server response times and network bandwidth utilization during high throughput conditions.
  3. Verify that the application can handle high data transfer rates effectively.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should handle high network throughput without significant degradation in server response times.
  2. Network bandwidth utilization should remain within acceptable limits during high throughput conditions.
  3. The application should effectively manage high data transfer rates without data loss or issues.

Test Case 88: Backup and Restore Testing — Point-in-Time Recovery

Objective: Test the application’s ability to perform point-in-time recovery from backups.

Test Data:

  1. Perform regular data backups.
  2. Simulate a need for point-in-time recovery, such as accidental data deletion or corruption.
  3. Initiate a point-in-time recovery process from backups.
  4. Verify that the application can restore data to a specific point in time.

Expected Results:

  1. Regular data backups should be successfully performed, capturing all necessary data.
  2. The point-in-time recovery process should be initiated when needed.
  3. The application should restore data to a specific point in time accurately, addressing the data loss or corruption issue.

Test Case 89: Usability Testing — User Personalization

Objective: Evaluate how well the application allows users to personalize their experience.

Test Data:

  1. Test the application’s ability to save user preferences, such as theme settings or language preferences.
  2. Verify that users can customize their profiles, avatars, or display names.
  3. Test the ease of personalizing dashboards or homepages based on user preferences.

Expected Results:

  1. The application should allow users to save and customize their preferences effectively.
  2. Users should be able to personalize their profiles and avatars and display names as desired.
  3. Personalization options for dashboards or homepages should be intuitive and user-friendly.

Test Case 90: Regulatory Compliance Testing — Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)

Objective: Ensure that the application complies with FISMA requirements for federal information system security.

Test Data:

  1. Verify that the application implements security controls and access controls required by FISMA.
  2. Test data encryption and protection mechanisms for federal information.
  3. Monitor audit trails and security monitoring to detect and respond to security incidents.
  4. Ensure that the application aligns with FISMA-mandated security policies and procedures.

Expected Results:

  1. Security controls and access controls required by FISMA should be implemented effectively.
  2. Data encryption and protection mechanisms for federal information should be robust.
  3. Audit trails and security monitoring should track and respond to security incidents as per FISMA requirements.
  4. The application should align with FISMA-mandated security policies and procedures for federal information systems.

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Mejbaur Bahar Fagun
Mejbaur Bahar Fagun

Written by Mejbaur Bahar Fagun

Software Engineer QA and Cyber Security Analyst are two of my professional designations.

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