Re: rc.local config question

On Sat, 8 Jan 2005, Stan Goodman wrote:

> Could I ask for a brief description of what this confirm package is? Is it a
> way to filter incoming messages (from subscribers) from the increasing amount
> of spam messages? I would be very interested in such a script.

It is a way to implement closed-loop confirmation of subscriptions,
(aka double opt-in) using cookies, like any modern mailing list manager
is expected to do these days (so that you can't subscribe an address
to the list if you can't read mail sent to such address).

> My list is moderated, so none of the incoming crap ever gets distributed, but
> it is an annoying PITA to even see it.

Try using a good DNSBL, if you don't use any yet.
cbl.abuseat.org would be a good start.

Also, try using a MTA which has HELO checks and use them.