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Case 2: Diane's Database System Security - Coggle Diagram
Case 2: Diane's Database System Security
Choices in the Situation
Choice 1: Refuse to Build the System with Less Security
Diane stands firm in prioritizing data security and privacy. She risks damaging the client relationship.
Choice 2: Comply with Client’s Request for Less Security
Diane follows the client's budget but risks exposing sensitive information.
Choice 3: Compromise and Build Minimal Security with Strong Recommendations for Future Updates
Diane builds the system while strongly advising enhancements later.
Ethical Theories Supporting/Rejecting Each Choice
Choice 1: Refuse to Build
Ethical Theory: Kantian Ethics (focus on duty to protect data privacy)
Explanation: Diane's duty to preserve confidentiality outweighs her contractual obligation.
Choice 2: Comply with Client’s Request
Ethical Theory: Utilitarianism (maximize benefits for the client within budget)
Explanation: Prioritizing immediate financial needs over long-term risks might benefit the business in the short term.
Choice 3: Compromise and Recommend Updates
Ethical Theory: Virtue Ethics (balance between professional integrity and practical solutions)
Explanation: Diane maintains integrity by advising the client while fulfilling her duties.
ACM Code of Ethics (Moral Imperatives)
Choice 1: Refuse to Build
ACM Imperative: 1.7 (privacy) and 1.8 (confidentiality)
Explanation: Protecting personal data is a priority.
Choice 2: Comply with Client’s Request
ACM Imperative: 2.6 (honoring assigned responsibilities)
Explanation: Diane follows the client's decision but may violate privacy protection.
Choice 3: Compromise and Recommend Updates
ACM Imperative: 2.7 (promoting public understanding)
Explanation: Diane educates the client about future risks.
Preferred Option: Refuse to Build
Explanation: The risks of exposing sensitive information outweigh the financial savings for the company, and Diane has an ethical responsibility to protect employee data.
Relevance of Other Cases Today
Explanation: The issue of privacy remains highly relevant with increasing concerns over data breaches and cybersecurity threats in today's digital age.
Professional Code of Ethics
Explanation: A professional code of ethics, like the ACM Code, is essential to guide decisions in cases where contractual obligations conflict with ethical responsibilities to protect privacy and security.