CVE-2014-3630

Name: CVE-2014-3630
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-12-29T22:29:00.363+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-3630 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in the Java XML processing functionality in Play before 2.2.6 and 2.3.x before 2.3.5 might allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files, cause a denial of service, or have unspecified other impact via crafted XML data.. EPSS estimates a 2.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in the Java XML processing functionality in Play before 2.2.6 and 2.3.x before 2.3.5 might allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files, cause a denial of service, or have unspecified other impact via crafted XML data.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.85%

84.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-611

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Lightbend	Play Framework	2.2.0	—
Lightbend	Play Framework	2.2.1	—
Lightbend	Play Framework	2.2.2	—
Lightbend	Play Framework	2.3.0	—
Lightbend	Play Framework	2.3.1	—
Lightbend	Play Framework	2.3.2	—
Lightbend	Play Framework	2.3.3	—
Lightbend	Play Framework	2.3.4	—
Playframework	Play Framework	2.2.0	Rc1
Playframework	Play Framework	2.2.1	Rc1
Playframework	Play Framework	2.2.2	Rc1
Playframework	Play Framework	2.2.3	—
Playframework	Play Framework	2.2.4	—
Playframework	Play Framework	2.2.5	—

References

https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21msg/play-framework/7uNX_ImTW08/AogWSjsTAyQJ
https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21topic/play-framework/WdbFvemsFDQ
https://infocon.org/cons/SyScan/SyScan%202015%20Singapore/SyScan%202015%20Singapore%20presentations/SyScan15%20David%20Jorm%20-%20Finding%20and%20exploiting%20novel%20flaws%20in%20Java%20software.pdfIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://playframework.com/security/vulnerability/CVE-2014-3630-XmlExternalEntityIssue Tracking, Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21msg/play-framework/7uNX_ImTW08/AogWSjsTAyQJ
https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21topic/play-framework/WdbFvemsFDQ
https://infocon.org/cons/SyScan/SyScan%202015%20Singapore/SyScan%202015%20Singapore%20presentations/SyScan15%20David%20Jorm%20-%20Finding%20and%20exploiting%20novel%20flaws%20in%20Java%20software.pdfIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://playframework.com/security/vulnerability/CVE-2014-3630-XmlExternalEntityIssue Tracking, Mitigation, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 29, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-3630?

How severe is CVE-2014-3630?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-3630 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-3630?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2014-3630?

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Source: NVD / NIST