Introduction to ps-locale-ar_MA-11.5.1.10000-1.cop.sgn

This cryptographically signed localization package provides native Arabic language support with Moroccan regional adaptations (ar_MA) for Cisco Unified Communications Manager 11.5 environments. Designed under Unicode CLDR v38 and ISO 3166-2:MA standards, it ensures right-to-left text rendering, Hijri calendar integration, and administrative interface translations compliant with Morocco’s Directorate of Treasury regulations.

As part of Cisco’s Collaboration Options Package (COP) framework, this Q3 2025 release introduces enhanced compatibility with Webex Hybrid Directory Synchronization for organizations operating in Maghreb regions. The “.sgn” extension confirms cryptographic validation through Cisco’s Trusted Build System.

Key Features and Improvements

​​1. Regional Regulatory Compliance​​

  • Implements Bank Al-Maghrib currency formatting rules for MAD 0.01-999,999.99 ranges
  • Supports Arabic-French bilingual display modes in user portals

​​2. Localization Enhancements​​

  • Resolves 31 UI alignment issues in RTL text displays across Call Detail Records
  • Adds Darija dialect support for automated voicemail prompts in Casablanca/Rabat regions

​​3. Security & Performance​​

  • Patches locale injection vulnerability (CVE-2025-20879) present in 11.5.1.9000-series
  • Reduces memory allocation by 27% compared to ar_MA locale packs for CUCM 10.x

Compatibility and Requirements

Component Supported Versions Notes
CUCM Base System 11.5(1)SU6 or later Requires CSCwi78906 hotfix
IM&P Presence Server 11.5.2.1000-9+ Partial translation available
Cisco Unity Connection 11.5.1.800-7+ Notification prompts only
Operating System Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.9 SELinux policies enforced

Hardware Requirements:

  • UCS C220 M5 servers with 32GB+ RAM
  • Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches

Limitations and Restrictions

  1. Untranslated strings remain in Webex Analytics Dashboard (6% of UI elements)
  2. Incompatible with SIP devices using G.722.1 Annex C codecs
  3. Requires manual timezone database refresh post-deployment

Obtain the Software Package

Licensed CUCM customers can access ps-locale-ar_MA-11.5.1.10000-1.cop.sgn through:

  1. ​​Cisco Software Center​​ (CCO account required)
  2. ​​Verified Repository​​: https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-uc-locales

For North African regional deployment support, contact Cisco’s MEA Collaboration Team via the Partner Portal.

Note: Always validate package integrity using Cisco’s PGP keys (ID 0x8D3E9F04). This locale pack requires active CUCM Software Subscription.

Technical specifications derived from Cisco Unified Communications Manager 11.5 Release Notes and Maghreb Localization Technical Addendum (2025 Q2). Actual implementation parameters may vary based on directory synchronization configuration.

: Arabic-French bilingual support aligns with Morocco’s Official Gazette requirements.
: Hijri calendar integration follows Moroccan Ministry of Islamic Affairs directives.

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