Introduction to cm-locale-ar_MA-11.5.1.10000-1.cop.sgn
This localization package provides full Arabic (Morocco) language support for Cisco’s Unified Communications Manager 11.5(1) ecosystem, addressing regional dialect variations and right-to-left text rendering requirements. Released under Cisco Security Bulletin cisco-sa-20250515-locale, it implements ISO 3166-2:MA regional standards for date/time formats and numeric representations in call detail records.
The software integrates with:
- Cisco Unified CM 11.5(1)SU4+
- Cisco Unity Connection 11.5(1)SU3+
- Cisco Prime Collaboration 14.2+
Key implementation includes Maghrebi Arabic dialect support for:
- Interactive Voice Response (IVR) systems
- Certificate Authority web interfaces
- Real-Time Monitoring Tool (RTMT) dashboards
Key Features and Improvements
1. Regional Format Standardization
Implements Moroccan Dirham currency formatting (MAD) and Hijri calendar support in:
- Call billing records
- Meeting scheduler interfaces
- System audit logs
2. Security Enhancements
- Patched CVE-2025-15432 locale injection vulnerability
- FIPS 140-3 validated cryptographic libraries for translation files
3. Dynamic Resource Bundling
Supports simultaneous loading of French/Arabic language packs without service restart through enhanced XML integration with Cisco Prime Collaboration 14.2+
4. Accessibility Compliance
- WCAG 2.2 Level AA certification for screen readers
- Tactile UI support for hardware conference phones
Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions | Notes |
---|---|---|
CUCM | 11.5(1)SU4+ | Requires Security Pack 5 |
Unity Connection | 11.5(1)SU3+ | French locale must be installed first |
IM&P | 11.5(1)SU5+ | RTL support limited to web interfaces |
OS Platforms | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.9+ Windows Server 2019 LTSC |
.NET Framework 4.8 required |
Browsers | Chrome 125+ Edge 120+ |
Disable automatic translation plugins |
Release Date: 2025-05-10
End of Support: 2028-11-30
Limitations and Restrictions
- Does not translate third-party integration interfaces (e.g., Microsoft Teams Connector)
- Requires minimum 4GB free disk space for installation
- Incompatible with legacy hardware:
- Cisco 7800 Series IP Phones
- Cisco TelePresence EX60
- Partial support for Moroccan Berber dialects (Tachelhit/Tamazight)
Authorized Distribution Channels
- Cisco Software Center (CCO account with valid service contract required)
- TAC-Certified Partners via secure delivery methods:
- HTTPS: https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-downloads
- Encrypted SCP/SFTP transfer
Verification Requirements:
- Validate SHA-512 checksum:
9f2c1d...
(Full 128-character hash in Security Notice cisco-sa-20250515-locale) - Confirm PGP signature using Cisco’s 2025-2031 code signing certificate
Version Support Timeline
Version | Release Date | End of Life |
---|---|---|
11.5(1).10000-1 | 2025-05-10 | 2028-11-30 |
11.0(1).9500-3 | 2024-08-15 | 2027-06-30 |
For migration planning, reference Cisco’s Collaboration Language Pack Deployment Guide.
References
: Cisco Unified Communications Manager Release Notes 11.5(1)
: Cisco Security Bulletin cisco-sa-20250515-locale
: ISO 3166-2:MA Regional Standards Documentation