Summary of case
Live data is used in the final testing of a new system, and the system then is formally approved by a QA group. The output from this final test has been released to the client as a genuine report, before QA approval has been given.
1.2.1 Public Interest
c) advise your stakeholders as soon as possible of any conflicts of interest or conscientious objections that you have;
e) endeavour to preserve the integrity, security, continuity and utility of ICT;
g) endeavour to preserve the confidentiality and privacy of the information of others.
1.2.3 Honesty
b) not knowingly mislead a client or potential client as to the suitability of a product or service;
1.2.4 Competence
e) advise your stakeholders when you believe a proposed project, product or service is not in their best interest;
f) accept responsibility for your work;