Mr Grump is a former employee of Fashion retail store. He was recently dismissed on grounds of committing misconduct in the workplace. Mr Grump, being very resentful over his dismissal, decided to exact revenge. He contacted his best friend Mr Y who has knowledge on hacking. Mr Grump with the help of Mr Y hacked into the Fashion online financial systems and erased important digital data. Determine whether the Fashion retail store can institute legal action, and if so, on what grounds. Make reference to relevant case law and legislation in your answer.

Mr Grump is a former employee of Fashion retail store. He was recently dismissed on grounds of committing misconduct in the workplace. Mr Grump, being very resentful over his dismissal, decided to exact revenge. He contacted his best friend Mr Y who has knowledge on hacking. Mr Grump with the help of Mr Y hacked into the Fashion online financial systems and erased important digital data. Determine whether the Fashion retail store can institute legal action, and if so, on what grounds. Make reference to relevant case law and legislation in your answer.

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