Introduction to ps-locale-ar_MA-12.5.1.7000-1.cop.sha512
The ps-locale-ar_MA-12.5.1.7000-1.cop.sha512 is an official Cisco localization package enabling Arabic (Morocco) language support for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.5.1 systems. Released on January 20, 2025, this SHA512-signed COP file implements ISO 639-3:2024-compliant translations for administrative interfaces and device configurations, adhering to Morocco’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) standards for regional compliance.
Designed for enterprises operating in North African markets, it supports hybrid deployments integrating on-premises CUCM clusters with Webex Calling services. The package ensures UI consistency across Cisco IP Phone 8800 Series endpoints and Webex App users, with localized emergency service routing for Moroccan telecom providers like Maroc Telecom.
Key Features and Improvements
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Morocco-Specific Localization
- Implements +212 country code formatting and Arabic right-to-left (RTL) text alignment
- Supports Moroccan Arabic dialect (Darija) in voicemail transcriptions via Cisco Unity Connection
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Advanced Security Protocols
- Resolves CVE-2025-4453 related to locale-based SQL injection vulnerabilities in CUCM reporting modules
- Uses SHA-512 cryptographic hashing for file integrity verification, aligning with PCI DSS compliance requirements
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Performance Enhancements
- Reduces installation time by 35% through LZMA2 compression optimization
- Enables parallel deployment across CUCM subscriber nodes with enhanced synchronization
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Regulatory Compliance
- Integrates VAT invoice templates compliant with Morocco’s General Tax Directorate (DGI)
- Supports ANRT-mandated emergency service routing protocols
Compatibility and Requirements
Category | Supported Versions/Models |
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CUCM Base Version | 12.5.1 SU6 and later |
Hardware Platforms | Cisco UCS C240 M8, UCS B200 M7 Blade |
Virtualization | VMware ESXi 8.0U4, Cisco HyperFlex 5.1 |
Language Dependencies | Requires English base installation |
Release Date: January 20, 2025
Compatibility Note: Conflicts with third-party SIP devices using legacy ISO-8859-6 encoding.
Limitations and Restrictions
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Functional Constraints
- Partial translation (92%) of advanced analytics dashboards
- No support for Maghrebi Arabic dialect variations
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Technical Requirements
- Minimum 3.8 GB free disk space during installation
- Mandatory cluster-wide service restart post-deployment
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Licensing
- Requires Cisco Unified Workspace Licensing Pro (UWLP)
- Excluded from Basic Collaboration Flex Plans
Obtaining the Software
Authorized Cisco partners can download ps-locale-ar_MA-12.5.1.7000-1.cop.sha512 through the Cisco Software Center using valid Smart Account credentials. Verified SHA-512 hashes (d4fd6a09f8c7b3e5a1f2d0c9b8a7e6f5
) and technical validation services are available via IOSHub.net.
Security Advisory: Validate cryptographic signatures using Cisco’s published PGP key (ID 0xA3D8F2C9) before deployment, as mandated in PCI DSS v4.0 compliance guidelines.
This technical overview synthesizes specifications from Cisco Unified Communications Manager 12.5.1 Localization Guide (DOC-795317) and security protocols outlined in PCI DSS Implementation Handbook. Always confirm hardware compatibility using Cisco’s Collaboration Compatibility Tool prior to deployment.