First, yes it would be a security risk.
Second, AirTags depend on there being a set number of iOS devices nearby to provide location data and an internet connection. You're not going to get that in a rural area.
Alright maybe not an AirTag but a Tile tag would surely work?
It operates on the exact same principle. So, no.
That would be a worse option, given they share location data.
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