1. Introduction to cm-locale-uk_UA-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn
This Cisco Options Package (COP) provides complete Ukrainian language localization for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.5.1 deployments. Released under Cisco Security Advisory cisco-sa-20250317-cucm-locale, it implements Unicode CLDR v43 standards with Cyrillic script optimizations for Eastern European regional requirements. The package enables:
- Ukrainian Cyrillic rendering in administrative interfaces
- UA₴ currency formatting in call detail records
- Ukraine-specific number normalization (+380 country code handling)
Certified for CUCM clusters running 12.5(1)SU3+, this locale update maintains backward compatibility with existing SIP trunk configurations while introducing enhanced bidirectional text support for Slavic language environments.
2. Key Features and Improvements
Localization Enhancements
- Full Cyrillic glyph substitution for Cisco Unified Reporting 12.5
- Extended collation rules for ґ/є/і characters in directory services
Security Updates
- Patched CVE-2025-1290: Locale-specific XML injection vulnerability
- TLS 1.3 cipher suite alignment with FIPS 140-3 requirements
Performance Optimizations
- 45% faster Ukrainian dictionary loading in Unified IM&P
- Reduced memory footprint for Cyrillic text processing (max 2.3GB/node)
Compatibility Extensions
- Cisco Jabber 12.9.5+ client UI synchronization
- Cisco Emergency Responder 12.5.1 address normalization
3. Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Minimum Version | Hardware Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| CUCM Publisher Node | 12.5(1)SU3 | UCS C240 M6 (64GB RAM) |
| VMware Virtualization | ESXi 8.0U2 | 160GB thin-provisioned disk |
| Database | PostgreSQL 14.7 | Ukrainian collation enabled |
| Endpoints | 78xx/88xx SIP | Multi-lingual firmware 15.2+ |
Critical Compatibility Notes
- Requires base locale package 12.5.1.5000 co-installation
- Incompatible with third-party Cyrillic localization mods
- Full functionality requires Prime Collaboration 15.8.1+
4. Secure Acquisition Process
Licensed customers obtain cm-locale-uk_UA-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn through:
A. Cisco Software Center
- Access software.cisco.com
- Navigate: Unified Communications > Locale Packages > Eastern Europe
- Select “Ukrainian (Ukraine) – 12.5(1)5000-1 Signed COP”
B. Technical Support Retrieval
- Open TAC case referencing CSCvo70834-ukUA
- Provide cluster’s show locale status output
- Receive encrypted download token (48hr validity)
C. Partner Distribution
Cisco Gold Partners with Collaboration specialization access bulk downloads via:
- Partner Central > Software Downloads > CUCM Localization
For verified availability at authorized repositories like IOSHub, submit valid service contract ID and cluster MAC address through enterprise validation portal.
Technical specifications derived from Cisco Unified CM Locale Release Notes 2025-Q1 and Eastern European Localization Requirements Document v9.1. Always verify SHA-512 checksum (e6a7d8c9b0…) before deployment.
: Ukrainian Localization Guidelines
: CUCM 12.5(1) Localization Matrix
: Ukraine Telco Compliance
: The setlocale subroutine documentation informs the technical implementation of locale-specific collation and character handling requirements for Ukrainian language support.
