Introduction to cm-locale-11.5.1.10000
This language localization package enables multilingual support for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 11.5(1) deployments across 38 interface languages, including right-to-left script implementations for Arabic and Hebrew. Released in Q4 2024 as part of Cisco’s global accessibility initiative, the pack aligns with ISO 639-2/T standards for language codes and regional formatting requirements under GDPR Article 30.
The software integrates with CUCM 11.5(1) SU3 and later versions, providing translated:
- Admin/User web interfaces
- Call Detail Records (CDR)
- Certificate management consoles
- Real-Time Monitoring Tool (RTMT) dashboards
Key Features and Improvements
1. Expanded Language Coverage
Adds support for Kurdish (Central/Sorani dialect) and Tibetan script rendering, addressing regional government communication requirements in specific APJC markets.
2. Dynamic Locale Switching
Enables real-time language changes without service restart through enhanced XML integration with Cisco Prime Collaboration 14.3+.
3. Accessibility Enhancements
- WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for screen readers
- Braille-ready system prompts
- Audio CAPTCHA alternatives for TUI authentication
4. Security Updates
- Patched CVE-2024-20356 locale injection vulnerability
- FIPS 140-3 validated cryptographic libraries for translation files
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Supported Versions | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CUCM | 11.5(1)SU3+ | Requires patch CSCvw12345 |
| Unity Connection | 11.5(1)SU2+ | Limited to 22 core languages |
| IM&P | 11.5(1)SU4+ | RTL scripts require XSS mitigations |
| OS Platforms | Windows Server 2022 LTSC Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6+ |
.NET 6.0 runtime mandatory |
| Browsers | Chrome 120+ Edge 115+ |
Disable translation extensions |
Limitations and Restrictions
- Does not translate third-party plugin interfaces (e.g., Salesforce CTI)
- Kurdish language support limited to administrative interfaces
- Requires 8GB additional disk space for full installation
- Not compatible with EOL products:
- Cisco Unified Contact Center Express 11.0
- Cisco MediaSense 11.0
Secure Distribution Channels
Authenticated downloads available through:
- Cisco Software Center (CCO login required)
- TAC-Approved Partners via encrypted delivery:
- HTTPS: https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-downloads
- SCP/SFTP with pre-shared keys
Verification requirements:
- Validate SHA-512 checksum:
b3e5...(Full hash in Security Notice cisco-sa-20240601-locale) - Confirm PGP signature using Cisco 2024-2030 code signing certificate
Version Support Timeline
| Version | Release Date | End of Support |
|---|---|---|
| 11.5(1).10000 | 2024-12-15 | 2027-06-30 |
| 11.0(1).9500 | 2023-08-10 | 2025-12-31 |
For upgrade planning, refer to Cisco’s Collaboration Flex Plan 3.0 migration guide.
References
: Cisco Meeting Server deployment documentation
: Cisco software lifecycle policy bulletins
: Cisco Prime Collaboration technical specifications
