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And then there's this aspect:

http://www.alternet.org/news-amp-pol...omen-lgbt-risk

As it turns out, no. The Ashley Madison leaks, as many observers began noting yesterday afternoon, will have real world, devastating consequences on thousands of users worldwide. When the dust clears, it will be most vulnerable among us -- LGBT and women in repressive countries -- that will ultimately pay the price. And unlike Josh Duggar, their price will not be paid in snarky internet comments but rather loss of employment, family, and, in some cases, possibly their lives.

Public shaming aside, let's break down who we know might be at risk thus far legally, by sheer law of averages. LGBT, women, and, to a lesser extent, straight male adulterers in the following countries:

Saudi Arabia

The BBC reported that over 1,200 users have .sa email domains. Not only is adultery illegal in Saudi Arabia, it's punishable by death. Though death sentences for adultery are exceedingly rare, the exposure of this crime can lead to lesser charges and social shaming. Homosexuality and cross-dressing can also lead to imprisonment, fines, corporal punishment, capital punishment, and whipping/flogging.

Turkey

1,450 accounts from Turkey have been found. While homosexuality is not illegal in Turkey it can get one kicked out or banned from military service. Adultery, while not illegal, does carry great moral shame that disproportionately affects women.

Qatar

53 accounts with a .qa domain have been exposed. Homosexual relationships are illegal in Qatar, punishable by up to 5 years in prison. Adultery is punishable by 100 lashes and when the woman is Muslim and the man is not, the woman can be put to death. Again, these punishments are rare but they are a real threat.

Thus far this is the list we know. We will update when the BBC and others dissect the data further. In the interim consider that in over 75 countries homosexuality is illegal, exposing one to prison time and in some cases, death.

So yeah, nice work, hackers.