12SE - 2.3.3

What is a primary social impact of developing safe and secure software?

• Building user trust while addressing workforce impacts

• Reduced user trust

• Increased software costs

• Decreased demand for cybersecurity professionals

Which of the following ethical considerations must developers prioritise in secure software development?

• Maximising profits

• Protecting user data and ensuring transparency

• Minimising software testing

• Reducing development time

What legal regulation must software architects comply with to avoid penalties related to data breaches in Australia?

• The Copyright Act 1968

• The Digital Transformation Act

• The Privacy Act 1988

• The Consumer Protection Act

How does the emphasis on secure software architecture affect employment in the tech industry?

• It decreases the number of job opportunities

• It leads to job displacement due to automation

• It has no significant impact on employment

• It creates new job opportunities in security analysis and risk management

What is a potential consequence of digital disruption caused by secure software architecture?

• Improved job security for all employees

• Reduced need for retraining and upskilling

• Widening skills gap and inequalities in job readiness

• Elimination of traditional software development roles

What is an ethical issue related to copyright in secure software architecture?

• The ability to patent any innovation

• Ignoring licensing requirements for third-party components

• Ensuring high sales for software products

• Reducing transparency in software design

Which of the following practices is essential for complying with privacy laws in secure software architecture?

• Encouraging data sharing without consent

• Implementing data minimisation practices

• Storing personal data indefinitely

• Reducing user access to their data

Why is intellectual property (IP) an important legal issue in secure software architecture?

• It encourages the use of unlicensed software

• It limits competition in the software market

• It protects the rights of creators and encourages innovation

• It has no relevance to software development

How can organisations address the social issues of workforce adaptation to new secure software technologies?

• By ignoring the need for retraining

• By fostering a culture of continuous learning and providing support

• By reducing investment in security technologies

• By outsourcing all technological tasks

What is a legal risk for organisations failing to adhere to privacy laws in secure software architecture?

• Increased market share

• Significant penalties and legal action

• Improved public image

• More relaxed regulatory scrutiny