​​1. Introduction to cm-locale-ar_IQ-14.0.1.3000-1.cop.sha512​​

This Cisco Options Package (COP) file provides specialized Arabic (Iraq) language localization for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 14.0.1 environments. As part of Cisco’s global collaboration strategy, it enables right-to-left (RTL) text rendering, culturally adapted date/time formats, and region-specific telephony terminology for Iraqi deployments.

The filename structure follows Cisco’s standardized format:

  • ​​cm-locale-ar_IQ​​: Denotes Arabic (Iraq) localization resources
  • ​​14.0.1​​: Base CUCM compatibility version
  • ​​3000-1​​: Build number with security patch level
  • ​​.cop.sha512​​: Validates cryptographic integrity via SHA-512 checksum

Released on January 15, 2025, this locale pack aligns with Cisco’s ​​Collaboration 14.x Long-Term Support (LTS)​​ cycle, ensuring updates through Q4 2028. Compatible systems include:

  • Cisco IP Phones 8800/8900 Series
  • Webex Room Devices (Room Kit Pro, Codec Plus)
  • Unified Contact Center Express (UCCX)

​​2. Key Features and Improvements​​

​​Regional Language Optimization​​

  • ​​Iraqi Dialect Support​​: Customized vocabulary for call logs/directories (e.g., “محافظة” for provinces)
  • ​​Hijri Calendar Integration​​: Synchronizes with CUCM’s holiday schedules for Baghdad timezone (UTC+3)

​​Technical Enhancements​​

  • ​​RTL Interface Stability​​: Fixed text overflow issues on 16:9 displays (e.g., Cisco IP Phone 8865)
  • ​​Unicode 14.0 Compliance​​: Supports Arabic script modifiers like Kashida (ـــ)
  • ​​FIPS 140-3 Validation​​: SHA-512 checksum meets U.S. federal encryption standards

​​Security Updates​​

  • Patched locale-specific XSS vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-35621) in voicemail menus
  • Enhanced TLS 1.3 cipher suite compatibility for Arabic certificate validation

​​3. Compatibility and Requirements​​

​​Supported Platforms​​

​​Device Category​​ ​​Models​​ ​​Minimum OS/Firmware​​
IP Phones 7841, 8865, DX80 Firmware 14.0.1.2000
Video Endpoints Webex Room Kit Pro CE9.14.1
Management Systems Cisco Prime Collaboration 14.0.1 SU2

​​Prerequisites​​

  • CUCM 14.0.1 SU1 or later
  • 1.5GB free disk space on publisher node
  • SHA-512 verification tools (OpenSSL 1.1.1+ recommended)

​​Secure Download and Verification​​

​​Official Sources​​

  1. ​​Cisco Software Center​​:
    Accessible via software.cisco.com with valid service contract
  2. ​​Partner Channels​​:
    Certified resellers through Cisco 360 Portal

​​Integrity Validation​​

Verify the SHA-512 hash before deployment:

openssl dgst -sha512 cm-locale-ar_IQ-14.0.1.3000-1.cop.sha512

Expected output:

SHA512(...)= a3d7...f8e2

For verified download assistance, visit Cisco Software Central or contact authorized partners through the Cisco Collaboration Partner Program.

​​Note​​: Unauthorized distribution violates Cisco’s End User License Agreement (EULA). Always validate licenses via Cisco Smart Software Manager prior to installation.

: Cisco Unified Communications Manager 14.0.1 Release Notes (Localization Addendum)
: Middle Eastern language deployment best practices
: RTL interface troubleshooting guidelines for CUCM

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