Google claims that its South Korea map data does not have any security risks.

South Korea has postponed the approval of Google Map data export applications. Google responded by saying that its map data in South Korea does not pose a security threat, pointing out that these data have been publicly available for use by multiple companies after undergoing government agency security reviews. However, the company stated that it has been in close consultation with the South Korean government and will take other security measures required by the authorities, while also considering purchasing blurred images from government-approved local partners.