Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) — Question 53

Joseph works as a Software Developer for WebTech Inc. He wants to protect the algorithms and the techniques of programming that he uses in developing an application. Which of the following laws are used to protect a part of software?

Answer options

• A. Code Security law
• B. Patent laws
• C. Trademark laws
• D. Copyright laws

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Copyright laws are designed to protect the expression of ideas, including software code, making them the correct choice for safeguarding Joseph's work. Patent laws protect inventions and processes, which might not apply directly to code. Trademark laws are related to brand identity, and Code Security law is not an established legal framework.