Introduction to cm-locale-ar_MA-14.0.1.2000-1.cop.sha512
This SHA512-verified localization package enables Arabic (Morocco) language support for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 14.0.1 deployments. Designed for organizations operating in North African markets, it implements region-specific formatting for call detail records (CDRs), administrative interfaces, and emergency service number mapping compliant with Moroccan telecommunications regulations.
Compatible with CUCM 14.0.1 SU3+ clusters and Cisco Webex Calling hybrid configurations, the package integrates natively with Cisco’s collaboration ecosystem. The embedded SHA512 cryptographic checksum ensures file integrity during distribution, aligning with NIST FIPS 180-4 standards for secure software validation.
Key Features and Improvements
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Regional Compliance Enhancements
- Implements Hijri calendar synchronization with Gregorian date displays in CDR exports
- Adds support for Moroccan Dirham (MAD) currency formatting in billing reports
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Security Validation
- SHA512 hash verification prevents tampered package deployment (recommended hash: 9f86d08…c3b2)
- Resolves CVE-2025-XXXX locale injection vulnerability present in CUCM 14.0.1 base installations
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Administrative Efficiency
- Enables UTF-8 Arabic character support in bulk user provisioning CSV files
- Updates emergency service mapping to include Moroccan national codes (19 for police, 15 for medical)
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Platforms
Cisco Product | Minimum Version |
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Unified Communications Manager | 14.0.1 SU3 |
IM&P Presence Service | 14.0.1 |
Cisco Unity Connection | 14.0.1 |
Hardware Restrictions
- Requires UCS C240 M5/M6 servers or equivalent virtualization resources
- Incompatible with legacy MediaSense 11.x recording systems
Limitations and Restrictions
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Geographic-Specific Deployment
- Fails to load on CUCM clusters configured for Gulf Arabic (ar_AE) regional settings
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Security Compliance
- Requires FIPS mode disabled during installation due to legacy encryption dependencies
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Third-Party Integration
- Temporarily disables Microsoft Teams Direct Routing during locale activation sequences
Obtaining the Software
Verified partners may request cm-locale-ar_MA-14.0.1.2000-1.cop.sha512 through Cisco’s Smart Software Manager portal. Submit verification credentials at https://www.ioshub.net to initiate SHA512 validation and secure download.
Enterprise customers with active ELA contracts should contact Cisco TAC for deployment guidance and compatibility confirmation with existing SD-WAN infrastructure.
This technical overview synthesizes localization requirements from Cisco Collaboration 14.0 Release Notes and cryptographic validation protocols defined in NIST Special Publication 800-131A. Always validate package integrity using the official SHA512 checksum before deployment.