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Investigation Launched into Turkish Data Leak Affecting 50 Million Citizens

Investigation Launched into Turkish Data Leak Affecting 50 Million Citizens

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ThreatCluster •October 5, 2026 at 17:06 UTC
  • •Investigation launched into a data leak affecting 50 million Turkish citizens.
  • •Officials deny the leak originated from the central civil registration system.
  • •Government reassurances claim there is no immediate threat to personal data security.

Turkish prosecutors have initiated an investigation into a significant data leak reportedly exposing personal information of approximately 50 million citizens, including names, ID numbers, and addresses. The database surfaced online this week, raising concerns about its origin. Justice Minister Bekir Bozdag stated that the number of affected individuals is comparable to those on Turkey's electoral register. The Interior Minister reassured citizens, claiming there is 'no need to worry,' while Communications Minister Binali Yildirim dismissed the incident as an 'old story' and not newsworthy. Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu emphasized the importance of protecting personal data. The investigation aims to determine the source and method of the leak, with officials denying that it originated from the central civil registration system, MERNIS. The total number of records in the database is reported to be just under 50 million.

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2026-10-05
Data leak reported
A database containing personal information of 50 million citizens was posted online, prompting an investigation.
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Common questions

What information was leaked?
The leaked database reportedly includes names, ID numbers, and addresses of approximately 50 million citizens.
What is the government's response?
Turkish officials, including the Justice Minister and Prime Minister, have stated that there is no need for citizens to worry and emphasized the importance of data protection.
Is there any indication of how the data was leaked?
The investigation is focused on determining the source and method of the leak, but no specific details have been disclosed yet.