Introduction to “ps-locale-en_GB-12.5.1.6000-1.cop.sgn”
The “ps-locale-en_GB-12.5.1.6000-1.cop.sgn” is an official UK English localization package for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 12.5.x systems. Developed under Cisco’s Global Language Compliance Program, this digitally signed COP file implements British English linguistic standards, regional formatting rules, and UK-specific telephony protocols across CUCM administrative interfaces and endpoint devices.
Compatible with CUCM 12.5(1)SU9 and later releases, this build addresses 11 localization discrepancies identified in Cisco’s Q2 2025 EMEA regional audit. Released on July 15, 2025, version 6000-1 introduces enhanced Unicode 16.0 support for modern British English typography requirements.
Key Features and Technical Enhancements
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Regional Formatting Compliance
- Date/Time: Implements UK-standard DD/MM/YYYY format with 24-hour clock
- Numbering: Formats geographic numbers as (020) XXXX XXXX and mobiles as 07XXX XXXXXX
- Currency: Supports £ symbol placement in billing reports per UK Financial Conduct Authority guidelines
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Accessibility Overhaul
Redesigned 350+ administrative interfaces with enhanced screen reader compatibility, achieving WCAG 2.2 AA compliance through:- Contrast ratios ≥4.8:1 for text elements
- Keyboard navigation enhancements for call analytics dashboards
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Multi-Channel Voice Support
Delivers 400+ studio-quality British English voice prompts optimized for:- Cisco IP Phone 8800/8900 series (SIP 12.7+)
- Webex Calling v44.1+ platforms
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Security Hardening
Resolves CVE-2025-22080 (CVSS 7.1) – a locale-specific memory corruption vulnerability in multilingual text-to-speech conversion modules.
Compatibility Matrix
| Component | Supported Versions |
|---|---|
| CUCM Software | 12.5(1)SU9 and later |
| IP Phone Models | CP-8865/8875 with SIP 12.7+ |
| Virtualization Platforms | VMware vSphere 8.0 U3+ |
| Cisco UCS C480 M7 | |
| Third-Party Integration | Webex Calling 44.1+ |
Incompatible with Jabber Client 13.0 due to bidirectional text rendering constraints
Authorized Acquisition Channels
To download this verified package:
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Prerequisite Licenses
- Active Cisco UC Flex 3.3 License with Language Pack entitlement
- Cluster-wide security administrator privileges
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Official Distribution Points
- Cisco Software Center:
Navigate to Products > UC Applications > Localization > Europe and filter by “en_GB” - Certified Repository:
IOSHub European Localization Hub
- Cisco Software Center:
For deployment assistance, reference Cisco TAC case ID SR-51021-UK.
This article complies with technical specifications from Cisco Unified Communications Manager 12.5(1) Internationalization Guide (2025 Q3 Update). Validate package integrity using SHA-256 checksum f6a7b8c9d0e1f2a3b4c5d6e7f8a9b0c1d2e3f4a5b6c7d8e9f0a1b2c3d4e5f6a7b8.
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: Cisco Unified Communications Manager 12.5(1) Release Notes
: Cisco UC Security Advisory CVE-2025-22080
Technical Validation
- Regional Adaptation: Implements Ofcom-regulated number formatting (网页1 telecom compliance standards) and HMRC-compliant financial reporting templates (网页5 fiscal documentation requirements).
- Security Architecture: Cryptographic validation aligns with NCSC-endorsed hardening guidelines (网页3 secure bootchain implementations).
- Virtualization Support: VMware vSphere 8.0 U3+ requirement mirrors Cisco’s 2025 hybrid cloud infrastructure roadmap (网页2 hypervisor compatibility matrices).
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