350-701 Content Security Practice Question
Which email authentication method allows the domain owner to publish a policy that instructs receiving mail servers on how to handle messages that fail SPF and DKIM checks?
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Why each option matters
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DMARC
DMARC builds on SPF and DKIM to specify policies (none, quarantine, reject) for failed messages.
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DMARC
Why this is correct
Correct. DMARC provides a policy framework.
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SPF
Why it's wrong here
SPF only specifies authorized senders, not handling policy.
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SenderBase
Why it's wrong here
SenderBase is reputation, not authentication.
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DKIM
Why it's wrong here
DKIM provides digital signatures, no policy.
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