(Solved): An IT programmer creates a program code currently used at a company to produce a new program that wi ...

An IT programmer creates a program code currently used at a company to produce a new program that will have capabilities to create an advantage over its competitors. The programmer’s friend who works for a rival organization obtains the program without the coder’s knowledge.

Which legal issue may present for the rival organization when it installs this stolen code?

1. License agreements may need to be purchased for all computer
2. The crime can be reported anonymously to the authorities
3. Customers support and warranties will be limited
4. The program may receive outdated security updates, which can be harmful