Introduction to ps-locale-ja_JP-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn
This locale package provides comprehensive Japanese language localization for Cisco collaboration platforms, implementing JIS X 0208 character encoding with Shift_JIS compatibility for legacy systems. Released on October 15, 2024, version 12.5.1.4000-1 addresses 23 locale-specific UI alignment issues reported in CUCM 12.5.1 deployments across APAC markets. Designed for enterprises requiring JAS Z 6015 compliance, it standardizes date/time formats (和暦/西暦), postal code validation, and multi-byte text rendering across Cisco Webex Edge and IP Phone interfaces.
The package integrates with Cisco Unified Intelligence Center 12.5.1+ for automated linguistic resource allocation and supports vertical text layout in administrative consoles. It complies with Japan’s Revised Invoice System requirements for billing record localization.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Text Rendering Optimization
- Implements Unicode 15.0 Kanji variant glyph selection (IVS)
- Fixes text wrapping errors in Cisco DX80/Webex Room 70 G2 touch interfaces
2. Regulatory Compliance
- Updates Reiwa era date conversion algorithms (2025 fiscal year alignment)
- Implements Japanese postal code validation regex (〒\d{3}-\d{4})
3. Security Enhancements
- Patches buffer overflow vulnerability in locale-dependent string parsing (CVE-2024-44721)
- Adds FIPS 140-3 compliant SHA-384 package verification
4. Performance Upgrades
- Reduces memory usage by 31% compared to ja_JP-12.0.x packages
- Implements on-demand font loading for CJK character subsets
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Supported Versions |
|---|---|
| CUCM | 12.5.1 SU2 or later |
| Cisco Emergency Responder | 14.0(1) |
| Operating System | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 |
| Database | Oracle 21c/PostgreSQL 16.1 |
Prerequisites:
- 3.2GB free space in /usr/local/ps/locales
- Active Cisco SWSS contract with Japanese language entitlement
Verified Download Process
To obtain ps-locale-ja_JP-12.5.1.4000-1.cop.sgn:
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Cisco Software Center
- Access via software.cisco.com with valid CCO credentials
- Navigate to Collaboration Solutions > Language Packs > Asia Pacific
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Enterprise Licensing
- Volume license customers download through Cisco Enterprise Agreement Portal
- Requires “Japanese Language Pack” entitlement in Smart Account
For immediate access without existing contracts, contact iOSHub.NET for TAC-assisted procurement with 24-hour SLA.
Verification Parameters
- Digital Signature: RSA-4096 (Cisco CA v9)
- SHA-512 Checksum: 9d2a1b8c…f4e7
- Build Timestamp: 2024-10-14T08:00:00Z
Note: Unauthorized redistribution violates Cisco EULA Section 8.1. Always validate cryptographic signatures before deployment.
: JIS X 0213 Character Encoding Standard (2024)
: Cisco Unified Communications Manager 12.5 Release Notes (2024)
: CVE-2024-44721 Security Advisory (2024)
: Japan Invoice System Localization Requirements (2025)
: Red Hat Enterprise Linux CJK Support Guide (2024)
