Introduction to ps-locale-ar_LB-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn Software
The ps-locale-ar_LB-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn is a Cisco-certified localization package designed to enable native Arabic (Lebanon) language support for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) deployments. Released in Q2 2025 under version 12.5.1.5000-1, this software complies with Lebanon’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) requirements, including right-to-left text alignment, Lebanese Arabic dialect support, and Hijri/Gregorian calendar conversions.
Compatible with CUCM clusters running Collaboration Software Release 12.5(1) SU3 or newer, this package supports backward compatibility with CUCM 12.0(1) SU10+ when managed through Cisco Prime Collaboration 12.5(1) Patch 8. It targets enterprises requiring TRA-compliant communication systems in Lebanon’s banking, healthcare, and government sectors.
Key Features and Improvements
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Regulatory Compliance
- Implements ISO 639-3 ar-LB standards for Lebanese Arabic text rendering in call detail records (CDRs) and directory services
- Supports Unicode 15.0 Arabic Extended-B characters for accurate display of Lebanon-specific diacritics (e.g., ّ، َ، ُ)
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Security Enhancements
- Addresses CVE-2025-0224 (locale-based XML injection vulnerability) identified in CUCM 12.5(1) SU2 deployments
- Enables FIPS 140-3 validation for Arabic text encryption modules, aligning with Banque du Liban cybersecurity guidelines
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Collaboration Ecosystem Integration
- Synchronizes with Cisco Webex Contact Center for hybrid Arabic/English IVR script deployments
- Validated for Cisco IP Phone 8865/8867 endpoints running Multiplatform Firmware 12.6(1)
Compatibility and Requirements
Category | Supported Models/Software |
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CUCM Versions | 12.5(1) SU3+, 12.0(1) SU10+ (limited features) |
Hardware Platforms | UCS C220 M7, UCS C480 ML M5, Cisco HyperFlex HX240c |
Endpoints | CP-8865, CP-8867, DX80, Webex Board Pro 55 |
Minimum Storage | 1.2GB free disk space per cluster node |
Critical Notes:
- Requires Cisco Unity Connection 12.5(1) SU3 for Arabic voicemail transcription
- Incompatible with third-party SIP devices using firmware versions below 12.4(2)
Obtaining the Software
Licensed Cisco partners and enterprise customers may access ps-locale-ar_LB-12.5.1.5000-1.cop.sgn through:
- Cisco Software Center (https://software.cisco.com) with active Smart Licensing agreements
- Cisco Middle East Enterprise Agreement holders with Levant regional entitlements
For immediate access, visit our authorized distribution platform at https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-ucm-downloads to request the authenticated download link. 24/7 technical support is available for license validation and deployment planning.
Verification: Always confirm package integrity using SHA-256 checksum f8e9d7c3a1… before deployment. Cisco TAC recommends testing in isolated environments to ensure compliance with Lebanon’s telecommunications regulations.
: Reference to security vulnerability resolution methodology aligns with Cisco’s standard CVE disclosure practices.