End of an Era: The Closure of SORBS Email Blacklist Explained
dellaSORBS, a prominent email blacklist service, has closed after 13 years, marking the end of an era in the fight against spam. Founded in the early 2000s, SORBS changed ownership several times, being acquired by Proofpoint in 2011. Despite controversies and management issues, SORBS significantly influenced email security. With its closure, users must now consider other DNSBL services for email protection. Background of SORBS Email Blacklist Service Launched in the early 2000s, SORBS gained popularity as a DNSBL provider, aiding in spam detection and prevention. Ownership changed hands from GFI in 2009 to Proofpoint in 2011. Despite operational controversies, SORBS remained a key player in spam tagging. Now, with SORBS shutting down, users are seeking alternative DNSBL options, highlighting its impact and eventual decline in the evolving email …