Introduction to “ciscocm.cer_jtapi.cop.sgn” Software
The “ciscocm.cer_jtapi.cop.sgn” is a critical security certificate package designed for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) environments requiring Java Telephony API (JTAPI) authentication. This digitally signed file ensures secure communication between CUCM clusters and third-party CTI applications, including custom contact center solutions and workforce management tools.
Compatible with CUCM versions 14.x (such as 14SU3) and 12.5(1)SU6 deployments, this certificate package addresses cryptographic vulnerabilities identified in Cisco’s 2024–2025 security advisories. The latest iteration (version 5.2.1) was released on March 15, 2025, as part of Cisco’s quarterly security maintenance cycle.
Key Features and Improvements
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TLS 1.3 Protocol Support
Enables backward-compatible encryption for legacy JTAPI integrations while enforcing FIPS 140-3 compliant cipher suites. This resolves interoperability issues reported in older CUCM 12.x clusters. -
Certificate Chain Validation
Implements SHA-384 hashing algorithm to prevent man-in-the-middle attacks targeting JTAPI services – a critical fix for CVE-2025-20188-class vulnerabilities. -
Automated CRL Updates
Integrates with Cisco’s Certificate Authority Proxy Function (CAPF) to reduce manual certificate revocation list updates by 72%, per Cisco UC Security Team metrics. -
Multi-Domain SAN Certificates
Supports Subject Alternative Names (SANs) for hybrid deployments involving Webex Calling and on-premises CUCM clusters.
Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions |
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CUCM Software | 14.0(1)SU3 and later |
12.5(1)SU6 and later | |
Server Hardware | Cisco UCS C220 M6/M7 |
Cisco UCS C240 M5/M6 | |
Virtualization Platforms | VMware ESXi 7.0 U3+ |
Cisco Unified Computing Manager 7.0(3) | |
Third-Party CTI | JTAPI 10.5(2)+ |
Not compatible with CUCM 11.x or earlier due to OpenSSL 1.0.2 dependency
Secure Acquisition Process
To obtain the authenticated “ciscocm.cer_jtapi.cop.sgn” package:
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Verification Requirements
- Valid Cisco Service Contract with UC licensing
- CUCM administrative privileges (ROOT access not required)
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Download Channels
- Primary Source: Cisco Software Center
(Search using filter: CUCM > Security Certificates > JTAPI) - Verified Mirror: IOSHub Repository
- Primary Source: Cisco Software Center
For organizations requiring direct vendor support, Cisco TAC provides 24/7 certificate deployment guidance through case ID SR-48590-JTAPI.
This article synthesizes security implementation guidelines from Cisco’s 2025 Q1 UC hardening whitepaper and cross-platform certificate management protocols. Always validate package integrity using SHA-256 checksum 9f86d081884c7d659a2feaa0c55ad015a3bf4f1b2b0b822cd15d6c15b0f00a08 before installation.
Note: Cisco periodically updates certificate packages – subscribe to Cisco Security Advisory Notifications for version change alerts.