Tesla has granted third-party apps access to car data, raising concerns about a potential vulnerability. In response, Tesla reset thousands of “tokens” used to match app users with their cars. It is believed that the bug may be related to a few individuals who were using their own version of an analytics program called Teslamate. Tyler Corsair, the founder of the Teslascope app, which provides car owners with analytics, reported the issue to Tesla and is currently looking for affected owners. While the bug only affected a small number of users, it highlights existing security concerns about the accessibility of a vehicle’s features through touchscreens and smartphone apps.
In 2014, Chinese hackers claimed they were able to activate various functions of a Tesla Model S, including the horn, headlights, and door locks. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has admitted that hacking their systems is a major concern for him. He once remarked that if someone were able to hack all autonomous Teslas and redirect them across the United States, it could potentially lead to the demise of Tesla. Meanwhile, Tesla is facing scrutiny over its Autopilot driver assistance software, which is currently under investigation by US regulators.
As the second most popular new car in the UK last year, Tesla’s Model 3 has experienced increasing pressure. We have reached out to Tesla for comment on the matter.
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