Add removal request templates for blacklist delisting

- Provides copy-paste ready email templates for each blacklist operator
- Customized templates for major providers: Spamhaus, Microsoft, Gmail, Apple,
  Barracuda, Yahoo, and generic template for other RBLs
- Templates include proper subject lines, server details, remediation steps
- Placeholders for server IP, hostname, admin name, and email
- Instructions for users to copy, customize, and submit requests
- Reduces friction in delisting process by providing professional templates

Each template covers:
1. Professional subject line appropriate for each provider
2. Server identification (IP, hostname)
3. Explanation of remediation actions taken
4. Reference to security/authentication measures
5. Clear call to action for delisting

Users can now quickly generate customized delisting requests without
needing to research what to include in each email.

Co-Authored-By: Claude Haiku 4.5 <noreply@anthropic.com>
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cschantz
2026-02-06 16:18:26 -05:00
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@@ -695,6 +695,227 @@ if [ "$bounced" -gt 0 ]; then
echo " 5. Review mail queue for suspicious outbound emails" echo " 5. Review mail queue for suspicious outbound emails"
echo "" echo ""
# Show removal request templates for detected blacklists
print_info " 📧 REMOVAL REQUEST TEMPLATES:"
echo ""
# Function to generate removal template based on blacklist
generate_removal_template() {
local bl_id="$1"
local server_ip="${2:-YOUR_SERVER_IP}"
local server_hostname="${3:-YOUR_SERVER_HOSTNAME}"
local admin_email="${4:-admin@YOUR_DOMAIN.com}"
case "$bl_id" in
spamhaus)
cat <<'TEMPLATE'
Subject: Delisting Request for [SERVER_IP]
Dear Spamhaus,
I am writing to request removal of our mail server from your blacklist (SBL/PBL/ZEN).
Server Details:
- IP Address: [SERVER_IP]
- Hostname: [SERVER_HOSTNAME]
Actions Taken:
1. Verified server is not an open relay
2. Secured server against compromise and abuse
3. Implemented SPF/DKIM/DMARC authentication records
4. Configured proper mail server policies
We believe our server has been remediated and is no longer a spam source.
Please review and remove our IP from your blocklist.
Thank you,
[ADMIN_NAME]
[ADMIN_EMAIL]
TEMPLATE
;;
microsoft)
cat <<'TEMPLATE'
Subject: Delisting Request - IP [SERVER_IP]
Hello Microsoft Sender Support,
I need to request removal of our mail server IP from the Microsoft/Outlook blocklist.
Server Information:
- IP Address: [SERVER_IP]
- Hostname: [SERVER_HOSTNAME]
- Organization: [YOUR_ORGANIZATION]
Remediation Completed:
1. Resolved the security issue causing the block
2. Verified server authentication (SPF/DKIM/DMARC)
3. Removed malicious content from mail queue
4. Implemented additional security measures
Our server is now compliant with Microsoft sender requirements.
Please restore our sending reputation.
Best regards,
[ADMIN_NAME]
[ADMIN_EMAIL]
TEMPLATE
;;
gmail)
cat <<'TEMPLATE'
Subject: Delisting Request - Mail Server [SERVER_IP]
Hello Gmail Support,
Our mail server [SERVER_IP] has been blocked due to reputation issues.
We have taken corrective action and request review for restoration.
Server Details:
- IP Address: [SERVER_IP]
- Reverse DNS: [SERVER_HOSTNAME]
Actions Taken:
1. Fixed authentication headers and message formatting
2. Implemented DKIM and DMARC signing on all outgoing mail
3. Improved bounce handling procedures
4. Enhanced content filtering for suspicious messages
We are now complying with Gmail's sender requirements.
Please re-evaluate our server reputation.
Thank you,
[ADMIN_NAME]
[ADMIN_EMAIL]
TEMPLATE
;;
apple)
cat <<'TEMPLATE'
Subject: Mail Server Delisting Request - [SERVER_IP]
Hello Apple Support,
Our organization's mail server [SERVER_IP] has been blocked by Apple's
mail filtering system. We have addressed the underlying issues.
Server Information:
- IP Address: [SERVER_IP]
- Hostname: [SERVER_HOSTNAME]
Remediation Steps Completed:
1. Verified message authentication (SPF/DKIM/DMARC records)
2. Reviewed and removed compromised accounts
3. Implemented additional security hardening
4. Configured proper mail server protocols
Our server now fully complies with Apple's sender requirements.
Please review and remove the block.
Sincerely,
[ADMIN_NAME]
[ADMIN_EMAIL]
TEMPLATE
;;
barracuda)
cat <<'TEMPLATE'
Subject: Delisting Request - [SERVER_IP]
Hello Barracuda Central,
Our mail server at [SERVER_IP] is listed in your Barracuda Reputation Block List.
We have remediated the issue and request delisting.
Server Details:
- IP Address: [SERVER_IP]
- Hostname: [SERVER_HOSTNAME]
Corrective Actions:
1. Fixed all authentication record issues (SPF/DKIM)
2. Reviewed and removed spam/malware from queue
3. Disabled any open relay vulnerabilities
4. Verified reverse DNS configuration
We are committed to maintaining sender reputation and complying with best practices.
Please review our request for removal.
Regards,
[ADMIN_NAME]
[ADMIN_EMAIL]
TEMPLATE
;;
yahoo)
cat <<'TEMPLATE'
Subject: Mail Server Delisting - [SERVER_IP]
Hello Yahoo Postmaster,
Our mail server [SERVER_IP] needs to be removed from Yahoo's block list.
We have taken steps to address the issue.
Server Information:
- IP Address: [SERVER_IP]
- Hostname: [SERVER_HOSTNAME]
Steps Taken:
1. Implemented proper email authentication (SPF/DKIM/DMARC)
2. Configured appropriate rate limiting policies
3. Reviewed mail queue for suspicious content
4. Enhanced server security against compromise
Our server is now configured to meet Yahoo's sender guidelines.
We request review of our IP for delisting.
Thank you,
[ADMIN_NAME]
[ADMIN_EMAIL]
TEMPLATE
;;
*)
cat <<'TEMPLATE'
Subject: Delisting Request - Mail Server [SERVER_IP]
Hello [BLOCKLIST_NAME] Support,
We are writing to request removal of our mail server [SERVER_IP] from your blocklist.
Server Details:
- IP Address: [SERVER_IP]
- Hostname: [SERVER_HOSTNAME]
Actions Taken:
1. Identified and fixed the issue causing the listing
2. Implemented proper authentication protocols
3. Enhanced security measures
4. Verified compliance with best practices
Our server is now properly configured and we believe it should be delisted.
Please review our request.
Sincerely,
[ADMIN_NAME]
[ADMIN_EMAIL]
TEMPLATE
;;
esac
}
# Show templates for each detected blacklist
echo -e "$detected_blacklists" | sort -u | while IFS='|' read -r bl_name bl_url bl_difficulty bl_time; do
if [ -n "$bl_name" ]; then
# Extract ID from name (use first word as ID)
bl_id=$(echo "$bl_name" | cut -d' ' -f1 | tr '[:upper:]' '[:lower:]')
echo " ─────────────────────────────────────────────────"
echo " 📧 Template for: $bl_name"
echo " ─────────────────────────────────────────────────"
generate_removal_template "$bl_id" "$extracted_ip" "mail.example.com" "admin@example.com"
echo ""
echo " 💡 Copy-paste instructions:"
echo " 1. Copy the template above"
echo " 2. Replace placeholders: [SERVER_IP], [SERVER_HOSTNAME], [ADMIN_NAME], [ADMIN_EMAIL]"
echo " 3. Submit to: $bl_url"
echo ""
fi
done
rm -f "$TEMP_BLACKLISTS" rm -f "$TEMP_BLACKLISTS"
fi fi