Seventeen's management company made a public statement about their decision to take serious legal actions against individuals who have leaked sensitive information and violated the personal privacy of the group.

Pledis Entertainment announced through Weverse on March 17 that they are actively addressing privacy breaches, unauthorized disclosures of confidential details, and malicious online posts aimed at the group's members.

In the statement, Pledis emphasized their commitment to safeguarding their artists' safety and privacy, citing specific instances such as an airline employee facing charges for selling Seventeen's flight information illegally. The agency also mentioned their efforts in combating the unauthorized sharing of undisclosed details about the group's upcoming music releases and performances on anonymous online platforms.

They revealed that they are collecting evidence for legal actions, having enlisted a law firm in the latter part of the previous year to initiate the legal proceedings. While refraining from disclosing specifics to avoid hindering the investigation, Pledis confirmed that authorities are actively looking into the matter.

Furthermore, the company stressed their zero-tolerance approach towards defamatory and abusive online content, including personal attacks, false information, sexual harassment, and defamation directed at their artists. They indicated that individuals responsible for such actions have been subject to legal complaints and that strict measures will be taken without any compromise.

Pledis expressed gratitude towards Seventeen's fanbase for their continuous support and emphasized the pivotal role fans play by reporting such incidents. They assured fans of their unwavering commitment to upholding the rights of their artists and reiterated their dedication to taking strong actions to uphold those rights.