Security Researcher Maps Hundreds of TeslaMate Servers Spilling Tesla Vehicle Data
A major privacy warning has emerged after a security researcher maps hundreds of TeslaMate servers spilling Tesla vehicle data across the internet. More than 1,300 dashboards tied to Tesla owners were found publicly exposed, revealing sensitive information such as driving habits, locations, and charging patterns.
Image Credits:Seyfullah Kiliç (screenshot)
TeslaMate’s Convenience Turns Into a Security Risk
TeslaMate, an open-source data logger, allows Tesla owners to track detailed insights about their cars—battery health, temperature, charging sessions, and even speed. While powerful, these dashboards were never meant to be shared publicly. When exposed online without proper protections, they reveal far more than drivers realize.
What the Researcher Found
Seyfullah Kiliç, founder of SwordSec, discovered over 1,300 open TeslaMate dashboards. These dashboards did not require a password, meaning anyone could view sensitive Tesla data, including:
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Real-time and historical GPS locations
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Vehicle models and identifiers
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Charging times and frequency
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Driving speed and trip history
Kiliç even mapped the exposed servers to show just how much data was freely accessible, warning Tesla owners that “you’re unintentionally sharing your car’s movements, charging habits, and even vacation times with the entire world.”
Why This Matters for Tesla Owners
Location histories and trip data don’t just expose travel routines—they can put Tesla owners at risk of stalking, theft, or targeted attacks. Cybersecurity experts stress that personal vehicle data is just as sensitive as financial or health records. Once exposed, it’s nearly impossible to control how it might be used.
A Growing Problem Since 2022
This isn’t the first time TeslaMate exposures have been flagged. Back in 2022, another researcher found dozens of unsecured dashboards online. Fast forward to 2025, and that number has exploded into the thousands, highlighting that awareness hasn’t kept pace with risk.
How Tesla Owners Can Protect Their Data
Kiliç urged TeslaMate users to act immediately by:
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Enabling password protection or authentication
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Setting up firewall rules to block unauthorized access
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Running TeslaMate only on private, secured networks
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Regularly checking whether their dashboards are exposed online
As security researcher maps hundreds of TeslaMate servers spilling Tesla vehicle data, it’s clear that Tesla owners using third-party tools must prioritize security. The convenience of tracking performance and charging stats should never come at the expense of privacy and safety.
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