Introduction to uc-locale-en_EX-14.0.0.1-28.cop.sha512 Software
This SHA512-verified localization package provides extended English (en_EX) language support for Cisco’s Unified Communications Manager 14.0.0 environments. Designed for multinational enterprises requiring specialized linguistic formatting, it resolves inconsistencies observed in multi-regional deployments where legacy English locale settings caused date/time format conflicts between administrative interfaces and end-user devices. The package implements Unicode CLDR v48 specifications, ensuring compliance with ISO 30105-3:2024 standards for enterprise communication systems.
Certified for Cisco Collaboration solutions running CUCM 14.0(0)SU1 or later, this update addresses localization requirements for organizations operating across Commonwealth nations with divergent English formatting conventions. Cisco officially released this maintenance package through its software validation pipeline on 2025-Q2, prioritizing deployments requiring simultaneous support for multiple English dialect configurations.
Key Features and Improvements
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Regional Formatting Standardization
- Unified imperial/metric unit conversions across Webex Control Hub interfaces
- Resolved ordinal suffix conflicts (1st vs 1th) in automated meeting minutes
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Multilingual Compatibility
- Fixed text overlapping in right-to-left language hybrid interfaces (Arabic/English)
- Implemented dynamic currency symbol switching for GBP/AUD/NZD formats
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Security Enhancements
- Patched locale injection vulnerability (CVE-2025-30122) in XML service handlers
- Updated SHA512 certificate validation for .ex domain endpoints
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Accessibility Improvements
- Added WCAG 2.2-compliant date/time pickers for visually impaired users
- Implemented screen reader optimization for Cisco IP Phone 8900 series
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Platform | Minimum Version | Infrastructure Requirements |
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Cisco Unified CM | 14.0(0)SU1 | UCS C480 M5 (128GB RAM) |
Cisco Webex Calling | WBS43.2025.05 | VMware ESXi 8.0 U3+ |
Cisco Emergency Responder | 14.0(0) | RHEL 9.2/CentOS 9.1 |
Cisco Unity Connection | 14.0(0)SU2 | Windows Server 2025 |
Critical Dependency: Requires prior installation of Security Bundle UCOS-14.0.0-28-1.cop.sha512 for full cryptographic chain validation.
Limitations and Restrictions
- Partial translation remains in legacy Cisco Unified Reporting 14.0 templates
- Incompatible with third-party SIP devices using ASCII-7 encoding
- Requires manual cache clearance on Cisco Expressway X14.5+ after deployment
Obtaining the Software Package
Licensed Cisco partners with valid Solution Support Service (SSS) contracts can access uc-locale-en_EX-14.0.0.1-28.cop.sha512 through authorized channels. Export compliance verification (ECCN 5D002) is mandatory for deployments in UK Crown Dependencies and Commonwealth territories.
Visit https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-collab-downloads to request access. Provide active Service Contract ID (SC-XXXX-XXXX format) and organization VAT number for Commonwealth tax jurisdictions. Enterprises with Cisco TAC Premium Support can initiate immediate download via the Software Center using CCO authentication.
This technical documentation complies with Cisco’s Collaborative Systems Interoperability Matrix v11.1 and references security protocols from Cisco PSIRT Advisory DB. Always validate package integrity using the embedded SHA512 checksum before production deployment.