Is it dangerous to use an HDMI-DVI-D adapter with a bent leg?

Question

HDMI

Is it dangerous to use an HDMI to DVI-D adapter with a "pressed" leg that is responsible for """ + 5V Power for the monitor in sleep mode""" The leg does not affect the other legs. If you cut the leg, is it dangerous to continue using it?

Answer 1

The monitor will think that the computer is off and will turn off every time it enters sleep mode.

Answer 2

Is it really that expensive to buy a new one?