The UK's Ministry of Defence experienced a significant data breach affecting over 18,000 Afghan individuals seeking asylum due to their association with the UK. In early 2022, a dataset containing their personal information was mistakenly released. About 18 months later, part of this data was found published on Facebook, prompting fears of Taliban reprisals. A superinjunction was imposed to restrict media reporting on the breach. A review found that the likelihood of individuals being targeted due to the leaked data was minimal, despite remaining concerns about their safety during the Taliban's resurgence.
The serious data breach at the UK's Ministry of Defence exposed personal details of over 18,000 Afghan individuals seeking relocation, risking their safety and lives amid Taliban threats.
In early 2022, a dataset containing information about those applying for asylum was accidentally released, leading to fears of reprisal against these individuals by the Taliban.
A superinjunction was granted in September 2023 to prevent media outlets from reporting on the incident, highlighting the sensitivity of the leaked information.
A report by Paul Rimmer concluded that the risk of targeting by the Taliban due to the data breach was unlikely, despite ongoing concerns.
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