Password Reset Test Cases
Password reset is a critical security touchpoint. Poor implementation can lock out legitimate users or create vulnerabilities for attackers.
Happy Path Test Cases
Verify the standard password reset flow works:
- Reset email sent for registered user
- Reset link navigates to password form
- New password successfully updates account
- User can log in with new password
- Old password no longer works after reset
- Confirmation email sent after successful reset
Token Security Tests
Reset tokens are prime attack targets:
- Token expires after configured time period
- Token is single-use (cannot be reused)
- Token is invalidated after password change
- Invalid/malformed tokens are rejected
- Tokens are not predictable or sequential
- Token length meets security requirements
Error Handling and Edge Cases
Handle failures gracefully without leaking information:
- Same response for registered and unregistered emails
- Rate limiting prevents enumeration attacks
- Password complexity requirements enforced
- Reset fails if account is locked/disabled
- Multiple reset requests invalidate old tokens
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