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What are the key steps in testing enterprise passkey deployments?

Vincent Delitz

Vincent

Created: January 8, 2025

Updated: January 9, 2025

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Key Steps in Testing Enterprise Passkey Deployments#

Testing enterprise passkey deployments involves a structured approach to ensure the system is secure, reliable, and user-friendly. Here are the key steps:

testing enterprise passkey deployments key steps

1. Planning the Testing Strategy#

  • Define Objectives: Identify goals for security, performance, and user experience.
  • Choose Testing Types: Include functional, non-functional, and user acceptance testing.
  • Establish a Testing Matrix: Cover a variety of devices, operating systems, and browsers to ensure compatibility.

2. Functional Testing#

  • Registration and Authentication: Verify that users can register and authenticate with passkeys seamlessly.
  • Error Handling: Test how the system manages incorrect inputs, network issues, and edge cases.
  • Compatibility: Ensure cross-device and cross-platform consistency.

3. Non-Functional Testing#

  • Performance Testing: Simulate high volumes of authentication to ensure stability under load.
  • Security Testing: Conduct penetration tests to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
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4. Automated and Manual Testing#

  • Automated Testing: Use tools like Selenium or Playwright to simulate user flows.
  • Manual Testing: Engage testers to evaluate usability and detect real-world issues.

5. User Acceptance Testing (UAT)#

  • Real User Simulation: Allow testers to use the system as actual users to validate the workflows.
  • Feedback Integration: Incorporate user feedback to refine the experience.

6. Monitoring and Reporting#

  • Analyze Metrics: Track error rates, response times, and user feedback.
  • Iterative Improvements: Use results to optimize the system for a live rollout.

By following these steps, enterprises can ensure a robust and secure passkey implementation tailored for large-scale user bases.

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