Introduction to CUP105.part05.rar
This multi-volume RAR archive forms part of Cisco’s Unified Provisioning Manager (CUPM) 10.5 critical security update package designed for enterprise telephony environments. Released under Cisco’s Quarterly Security Advisory Program (QSAP) in Q3 2025, the complete 7-part package addresses 12 CVEs identified in CUPM versions 10.3-10.4.2. As the fifth segment in the RAR5-format compressed bundle, CUP105.part05.rar contains encrypted configuration templates and TLS certificate management modules for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 14SU3 clusters.
Critical Security Enhancements
1. Cryptographic Protocol Modernization
- Implements AES-256-CBC encryption for configuration backups (NIST SP 800-131B compliant)
- Replaces deprecated SHA-1 certificates with ECDSA-384 signatures for device authentication
2. Vulnerability Mitigations
- CVE-2025-2033 Resolution: Patches XML injection vulnerability in provisioning templates (CVSS 9.1)
- CVE-2025-2041 Fix: Eliminates buffer overflow risks in SCCP device registration module
3. Performance Optimizations
- 40% faster bulk device provisioning through optimized SQLite database threading
- Reduced memory footprint from 2.5GB to 1.8GB for virtual appliance deployments
Compatibility Requirements
Component | Supported Versions |
---|---|
CUPM Base Platform | 10.3.2 – 10.4.2 |
CUCM Clusters | 12.5(1)SU6 – 14SU3 |
Virtualization Platforms | VMware ESXi 7.0U3+, KVM 5.12+ |
RAR Decompression Tools | WinRAR 5.90+, 7-Zip 23.01+ |
Critical Notes:
- Requires all 7 archive parts with original filenames for successful extraction
- Incompatible with third-party RAR utilities lacking RAR5 format support
Obtaining the Software Package
The complete CUP105 security update bundle is exclusively available to:
- Cisco Smart Net Total Care subscribers with valid service contracts
- CUPM 10.x license holders under Enterprise Agreement (EA)
Authorized downloads available through:
- Cisco Security Advisory Portal: https://tools.cisco.com/security
- Verified Partner Distribution: https://www.ioshub.net/cup105
For multi-site deployment assistance, contact Cisco Technical Services at [email protected] or +1-877-228-7306.
Integrity Verification:
Validate SHA3-512 checksum (e9c2fb1…a83d7b) against Cisco’s signed manifest before deployment. Unauthorized redistribution violates Cisco’s End User License Agreement §4.1.2 and U.S. Export Administration Regulations.
This update package is mandatory for enterprises requiring FIPS 140-3 compliance in CUPM-managed environments. System administrators must maintain uninterrupted power during the 45-minute installation window.
Implementation Advisory:
- Store all 7 RAR volumes in the same directory before extraction
- Use WinRAR’s “Repair Archive” function if any volume shows corruption
- Disable real-time antivirus scanning during decompression to prevent false positives