A recent data breach has exposed a database containing 35,417 passport records, including 5,546 passports from the United Kingdom, United States, and Australia. This analysis provides a geographic breakdown of the compromised documents, revealing alarming exposure of Western citizens' sensitive identity information.
⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: DO NOT USE EVISA SERVICES
This breach appears to have originated from an eVisa or online visa application service. If you are planning international travel:
DO NOT APPLY FOR EVISA THROUGH THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES
- ❌ DO NOT use Somalia eVisa website
- ❌ DO NOT submit passport data to Somalia
- ✅ ONLY use visa on arraival or cancel your visits
- ✅ APPLY DIRECTLY through embassy or consulate websites
Don't become the next victim.
Background: Somalia's eVisa Vulnerability
As previously reported, Somalia's eVisa system has catastrophic security vulnerabilities that directly expose travelers to Al-Shabaab, the Al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorist organization operating in Somalia.
Why This Is Uniquely Dangerous
Unlike typical data breaches where criminals sell passport data on the dark web, the Somalia eVisa breach puts your information directly in the hands of terrorists:
Al-Shabaab's Known Capabilities:
- Active terrorist operations throughout Somalia
- Sophisticated intelligence gathering on Western targets
- History of kidnapping and executing foreign nationals
- Access to compromised government systems
- Targeting of international travelers, aid workers, and journalists
What Al-Shabaab Can Do With Your Passport Data:
- Pre-Arrival Targeting: Know exactly when and where you're arriving in Somalia
- Identity Verification: Confirm your Western nationality for kidnapping operations
- Travel Pattern Analysis: Track movements of Western government contractors, military personnel, and aid workers
- Hotel and Accommodation Data: Many eVisa systems collect this information
- Contact Information: Phone numbers and email addresses for social engineering attacks
- Biometric Photos: Facial recognition to identify you in public spaces
Geographic Threat Assessment
High-Risk Nationalities in This Breach:
The 561 Somalia passport records combined with the 3,027 UK, 2,298 US, and 221 Australian passports create a perfect intelligence database for Al-Shabaab operations:
- UK Passport Holders: 3,027 potential targets for kidnapping
- US Passport Holders: 2,298 potential targets
- Australian Passport Holders: 221 potential targets
- Aid Workers and Contractors: Anyone with Western passport traveling to Somalia is now identified
⚠️ FINAL WARNING: SOMALIA EVISA IS A NATIONAL SECURITY THREAT TO ALL COUNTRIES
Geographic Distribution
Western Nations at Risk
The breach has exposed thousands of Western passport holders to significant identity theft and fraud risks:
| Country | Count | Percentage | Security Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 3,027 | 8.55% | Major Five Eyes nation exposure |
| United States | 2,298 | 6.49% | Critical national security concern |
| Australia | 221 | 0.62% | Pacific security implications |
| TOTAL ANGLOSPHERE | 5,546 | 15.66% | Combined allied nations risk |
These three nations alone account for over 15% of all compromised passports, representing one of the largest exposures of Anglo-American passport data in recent history.
Additional Western Exposure
| Rank | Country | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Netherlands | 2,040 | 5.76% |
| 6 | Sweden | 1,679 | 4.74% |
| 7 | Norway | 1,058 | 2.99% |
| 8 | Canada | 972 | 2.74% |
| 10 | Finland | 588 | 1.66% |
| 15 | Denmark | 366 | 1.03% |
| 17 | Belgium | 290 | 0.82% |
| 22 | Switzerland | 198 | 0.56% |
| 25 | Italy | 177 | 0.50% |
| 31 | France | 104 | 0.29% |
Combined Western/Developed Nations: Over 10,000 passports (28.2%) from NATO allies, Five Eyes partners, and EU member states.
Full Country Breakdown
| Rank | Country Code | Country Name | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KEN | Kenya | 13,325 | 37.62% |
| 2 | GBR | United Kingdom | 3,027 | 8.55% |
| 3 | USA | United States | 2,298 | 6.49% |
| 4 | NLD | Netherlands | 2,040 | 5.76% |
| 5 | COL | Colombia | 1,686 | 4.76% |
| 6 | SWE | Sweden | 1,679 | 4.74% |
| 7 | NOR | Norway | 1,058 | 2.99% |
| 8 | CAN | Canada | 972 | 2.74% |
| 9 | IND | India | 795 | 2.24% |
| 10 | FIN | Finland | 588 | 1.66% |
| 11 | ETH | Ethiopia | 563 | 1.59% |
| 12 | SOM | Somalia | 561 | 1.58% |
| 13 | UGA | Uganda | 556 | 1.57% |
| 14 | PAK | Pakistan | 458 | 1.29% |
| 15 | DNK | Denmark | 366 | 1.03% |
| 16 | TUR | Turkey | 357 | 1.01% |
| 17 | BEL | Belgium | 290 | 0.82% |
| 18 | YEM | Yemen | 259 | 0.73% |
| 19 | BGD | Bangladesh | 232 | 0.66% |
| 20 | SYR | Syria | 222 | 0.63% |
| 21 | AUS | Australia | 221 | 0.62% |
| 22 | CHE | Switzerland | 198 | 0.56% |
| 23 | CHN | China | 186 | 0.53% |
| 24 | ZAF | South Africa | 184 | 0.52% |
| 25 | ITA | Italy | 177 | 0.50% |
| 26 | UKR | Ukraine | 153 | 0.43% |
| 27 | EGY | Egypt | 149 | 0.42% |
| 28 | SDN | Sudan | 144 | 0.41% |
| 29 | TZA | Tanzania | 131 | 0.37% |
| 30 | DJI | Djibouti | 106 | 0.30% |
| 31 | FRA | France | 104 | 0.29% |
| 32 | ZWE | Zimbabwe | 81 | 0.23% |
| 33 | NGA | Nigeria | 80 | 0.23% |
| 34 | NZL | New Zealand | 80 | 0.23% |
| 35 | IRL | Ireland | 76 | 0.21% |
| 36 | SLV | El Salvador | 70 | 0.20% |
| 37 | AFG | Afghanistan | 66 | 0.19% |
| 38 | AUT | Austria | 60 | 0.17% |
| 39 | JOR | Jordan | 50 | 0.14% |
| 40 | LKA | Sri Lanka | 46 | 0.13% |
Remaining countries have fewer than 46 records each
| TOTAL | 200+ Countries | All Countries | 35,417 | 100.00% |
Security Implications
For UK, US, and Australian Citizens
Immediate Risks:
- Identity Theft: Over 5,500 Western passport holders face premium-tier identity fraud risk
- Financial Fraud: British, American, and Australian identities command highest prices for sophisticated financial crimes
- Travel Security: Compromised passport numbers may be exploited for illegal border crossings
- Diplomatic Vulnerability: Potential for passport cloning affecting government officials, contractors, and military personnel
Long-Term Concerns:
- Documents may be sold repeatedly on dark web marketplaces
- Information can be combined with other breaches for comprehensive identity profiles
- Potential state-sponsored exploitation of Western citizen data
Immediate Actions:
- Contact Your Passport Authority:
- UK: HM Passport Office - Report compromised passport
- US: Department of State - Report passport fraud
- Australia: Australian Passport Office - Request security review
For Governments:
- Immediate Response:
- UK Home Office, US DHS, and Australian Border Force should flag all compromised passport numbers
- Coordinate through Five Eyes intelligence sharing
- Issue public advisories to affected citizens
⚠️ FINAL WARNING: DO NOT APPLY FOR SOMALIA EVISA ⚠️
Analysis conducted November 11, 2025. Data source: Leaked passport database containing 35,417 records.
Disclaimer: This analysis is provided for educational and security awareness purposes. If you believe your passport information may have been compromised, contact your national passport authority immediately.