Tesla Infotainment System Hacked at Pwn2Own Automotive 2026

Tesla Infotainment System Hacked at Pwn2Own Automotive 2026

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At the Pwn2Own Automotive 2026 competition in Tokyo, security researchers successfully hacked Tesla's infotainment system, exploiting 37 zero-day vulnerabilities and earning $516,500 on the first day. The event, which runs from January 21 to January 23, focuses on automotive technologies, with researchers targeting various connected car systems.

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2026-01-21
First day of Pwn2Own Automotive 2026; Tesla hacked, 37 zero-days exploited.
2026-01-22
Second day of Pwn2Own Automotive 2026; 29 zero-days exploited.
2026-01-23
Final day of Pwn2Own Automotive 2026.

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