SpamAssassin rule
RCVD_IN_DNSWL_HI
Sender is on the DNSWL allowlist (high trust)
-5 points
Header test
What RCVD_IN_DNSWL_HI means
The sending IP is listed at dnswl.org with high trust.
The rule's description in SpamAssassin: “Sender listed at https://www.dnswl.org/, high trust”
Is this a problem?
Nothing to do.
This rule lowers the spam score: it is a sign of legitimate mail.
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RCVD_IN_PBLSending IP is on the Spamhaus PBL
RCVD_IN_PSBLSending IP is on the PSBL
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Frequently asked questions
What does RCVD_IN_DNSWL_HI mean?
The sending IP is listed at dnswl.org with high trust.
How do I fix RCVD_IN_DNSWL_HI?
Nothing to do.
How many points does RCVD_IN_DNSWL_HI add?
-5 points in the default SpamAssassin ruleset (network tests on, Bayes off). A message is treated as spam from 5.0 points. Mail servers can change scores locally.