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Data Breach Exposes 19,000 Afghan Asylum Seekers' Identities

7/17/2025

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In February 2022, a significant data breach compromised the personal information of nearly 19,000 Afghans seeking asylum in the UK, revealing identities of spies and special forces. The Ministry of Defence has warned those affected to stay alert. Alarmingly, one Afghan national exploited this leak to hasten his relocation, highlighting serious security flaws.

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Story summary

In February 2022, a significant data breach compromised the personal information of nearly 19,000 Afghans seeking asylum in the UK, revealing identities of spies and special forces. The Ministry of Defence has warned those affected to stay alert. Alarmingly, one Afghan national exploited this leak to hasten his relocation, highlighting serious security flaws.