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REPLACING A SPACE HEATER FIRMWARE OVER WIFI

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A security team discovered a vulnerability in a Govee smart space heater allowing complete firmware control through a man-in-the-middle attack on local networks. After extended disclosure discussions with Govee in early 2024, the product was recalled as the flaw could enable malicious control of device operations.