Using pirated software is a violation of Intellectual Property rights. For a practicing engineer or a firm, this can result in heavy fines, lawsuits, and the permanent loss of professional licensing [5, 6].
Bentley's Virtuoso program offers monthly or annual subscriptions that are more affordable for small firms or freelancers than permanent licenses [8].
The cracked software is being promoted and shared across various platforms, including torrent sites, pirate forums, and social media groups. These channels not only facilitate illegal software use but also create an ecosystem that encourages further piracy.