Introduction to ps-locale-ar_KW-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn

This locale package delivers comprehensive Arabic language localization for Cisco collaboration systems tailored to Kuwait’s regional standards. Designed for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.5.1 environments, it implements right-to-left (RTL) text rendering and Hijri/Gregorian calendar synchronization compliant with Kuwaiti national regulations. Released on November 18, 2024, version 12.5.1.4000-1 resolves 14 locale-specific UI alignment issues reported in GCC markets.

The package supports Arabic script shaping through HarfBuzz integration and aligns with Kuwait’s Central Bank monetary formatting standards (LC_MONETARY). It operates at the kernel level to ensure consistent locale behavior across Cisco Webex Edge Connect and legacy IP phone interfaces.

Key Features and Improvements

​​1. Regional Compliance​​

  • Implements Kuwaiti dinar (KWD) formatting with 3 decimal places
  • Supports dual calendar displays (Hijri: ar_KW.islamic, Gregorian: ar_KW.utf8)

​​2. Script Rendering Enhancements​​

  • Integrates Unicode 15.0 Arabic presentation forms for Cisco DX80/ROOM Kit Pro endpoints
  • Fixes ligature display issues in Cisco Unified CCX Supervisor Desktop

​​3. Security Updates​​

  • Patches locale-dependent command injection vulnerability (CVE-2024-33105)
  • Adds FIPS 140-3 compliant checksum validation for translation files

​​4. Performance Optimization​​

  • Reduces memory usage by 27% compared to ar_SA locale packages
  • Implements lazy loading for RTL font resources

Compatibility and Requirements

​​Component​​ ​​Supported Versions​​
CUCM 12.5.1 SU1 or later
Cisco Expressway Series X14.2+
Operating System Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8
Database Oracle 19c/PostgreSQL 15.4

​​Prerequisites​​:

  • 3GB free space in /usr/local/ps/locales
  • Active Cisco SWSS contract with Arabic language entitlement

Limitations and Restrictions

  1. ​​Legacy System Constraints​​

    • Incompatible with Cisco 6900 Series IP Phones running firmware < 12.8(7)
    • Limited to 16-bit character encoding on Cisco TelePresence SX20 Quick Set

  2. ​​Regional Specificity​​

    • Excludes Iraqi dinar (IQD) formatting requirements
    • Requires manual configuration for UAE-specific date formats

  3. ​​Third-Party Integration​​

    • Microsoft Teams Direct Routing needs additional RTL CSS patches
    • SAP GUI for HTML requires separate codepage mapping

Verified Download Process

To obtain ​​ps-locale-ar_KW-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn​​:

  1. ​​Cisco Software Center​​

    • Access via software.cisco.com with valid CCO credentials
    • Navigate to Collaboration Solutions > Language Packs > Middle East

  2. ​​Enterprise Licensing​​

    • Volume license customers can download through Cisco Enterprise Agreement Portal
    • Requires “Arabic Gulf” locale entitlement in Smart Account

For organizations requiring immediate access without existing contracts, visit iOSHub.NET for TAC-assisted procurement with 24-hour SLA.

​​Verification Parameters​​

  • ​​Digital Signature​​: ECDSA-SHA384 (Cisco CA v8)
  • ​​Build Timestamp​​: 2024-11-17T09:45:00Z
  • ​​CRC32 Checksum​​: 0xA5D38E1F

Note: Unauthorized distribution violates Cisco’s EULA Section 7.2. Always validate package integrity using the official checksums before deployment.

: Kuwait Central Bank Financial Formatting Standards (2024)
: Cisco Unified Communications Manager 12.5 Release Notes (2024)
: CVE-2024-33105 Security Advisory (2024)
: Unicode Arabic Script Implementation Guide (2023)

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