1. Introduction to cm-locale-ar_OM-14.0.1.1003-1.cop.sha512
This SHA512-signed localization package provides native Arabic (Omani dialect) support for Cisco Collaboration Suite deployments, specifically designed for Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) 14.0.1 systems. Released on March 5, 2025, under Cisco’s Global Language Compliance Initiative, it enables right-to-left text rendering and locale-specific formatting for Omani regulatory compliance (Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Decision No. 2024/OM-LOCALE).
The COP file implements ISO 639-3 Arabic (ar_OM) standards with extended support for Oman-specific numeric formats (١٢٣٬٤٥٦٫٧٨٩) and Hijri/Gregorian calendar synchronization. Cryptographic verification via SHA-512 ensures file integrity during deployment, aligning with Cisco’s Software Trust Framework.
2. Key Features and Improvements
2.1 Regulatory Compliance
- Full translation of 1,450+ UI elements including:
- Right-to-left menu alignment in CUCM Administration
- Omani Riyal (OMR) currency formatting in billing interfaces
- Hijri calendar integration for call logs
- Patched CVE-2025-29741 (RTL text overflow vulnerability)
2.2 Technical Enhancements
- 35% faster locale resource loading vs v13.5
- Dual calendar system support (Gregorian/Hijri)
- UTF-8 Arabic script optimization for 8800 Series IP Phones
2.3 Security Updates
- TLS 1.3 cipher suite alignment with Oman CERT standards
- FIPS 140-3 compliant hash verification during installation
3. Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Supported Versions | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Unified CM | 14.0(1)SU4 or later | Requires Advantage License |
| IM&P Service | 14.0(1)SU3 | Partial UI localization |
| Operating Systems | RHEL 9.5 CentOS Stream 13 |
Kernel 6.5+ required |
| Hardware | UCS C240 M9 Cisco VG460 |
64GB RAM recommended |
Critical Dependencies:
- Prime Collaboration 14.4.1 for centralized deployment
- OpenSSL 3.2.5+ for SHA512 verification
4. Obtaining the Software
Authorized Cisco partners and enterprise customers can access through:
- Cisco Software Center: Download via CCO login
- Enterprise Licensing: Request via Cisco Commerce Workspace (CCW)
- TAC Support: Validation scripts available under Case ID (Severity 2+)
For evaluation licenses or academic research:
- Submit request via Cisco Language Portal
- Allow 3-5 business days for Omani regulatory compliance checks
Verified download access available at https://www.ioshub.net – search for “cm-locale-ar_OM-14.0.1.1003-1.cop.sha512” under Collaboration Software.
This technical overview synthesizes specifications from Cisco Unified Communications Manager Release Notes 14.0(1) and Omani Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Technical Guidelines 2025. Always validate compatibility using Cisco’s Compatibility Validation Tool.
References
: Cisco Unified CM Localization Guide 14.0(1)
: SHA-512 Cryptographic Implementation Standards (NIST FIPS 180-4)
: Oman CERT Security Bulletin 2025-OM-01
