Mail Threat Data Center
Mail Security Incident Statistics
RaySecur’s Mail Threat Data Center is an open-source database for tracking in near real-time dangerous mail incidents.
The Mail Threat Data Center compiles incident statistics from official sources including the US Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and the START database managed by the University of Maryland.
In addition to official sources, the data center is updated daily with incidents reported in the public domain to provide our customers with the most timely and accurate information to make informed security decisions.
Mail Security Alerts
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Mail Threat Alert – April 2022
In January 2022, the total number of mail security threats dropped from December but continued increasing government targeting.
Mail Threat Alert – March 2022
In January 2022, the total number of mail security threats dropped from December but continued increasing government targeting.
How to use ARPA Funds to Detect Illicit Drugs and Improve Your Mail Screening Operation
RaySecur’s Chief Security Officer Will Plummer analyzes trends from known mail incidents in 2021. The objective of the report is to summarize key statistics from official data sources to frame the problem, while also providing accurate and timely information on current threats.
State of Mail Security 2021: RaySecur Annual Report
RaySecur’s Chief Security Officer Will Plummer analyzes trends from known mail incidents in 2021. The objective of the report is to summarize key statistics from official data sources to frame the problem, while also providing accurate and timely information on current threats.
Mail Security Alert – February 2022: The Delivery of Suspicious Packages
February’s mail threats rose both in total number and effectiveness in the attacks. International threats doubled what happened in January and with Canada receiving the bulk of the events.
State of Mail Security: Expert Panel Discussion
Join RaySecur for an important expert panel discussion — State of Mail Security: 2021 Mail Security Incidents & Risk Analysis.
Mail Security Alert – January 2022: MAIL SECURITY ALERT
In January 2022, the total number of mail security threats dropped from December but continued increasing government targeting.
Mail Threat Alert – November 2021: Drugs, Governments & Vaccine Mandate Impact
November 2021’s mail security threats continued recent patterns of illicit items in the mail, highlighting the need for screening programs within government facilities.
Mail Threat Alert – October 2021: Drugs Mailed to Prison Inmates Inside “Legal Mail”
Drug-related incidents increased, especially in prisons. Paper soaked with narcotics continue to show up in “legal mail” sent to inmates.
Mail Threat Alert – September 2021: Bomb Threats Return After 3 Months
September’s mail threat totals trended downward with fewer total overall incidents reported. Although the overall number fell, some interesting events occurred in new categories.
Mail Security Alert – August 2021: Drugs Spike with Delta Variant
US incidents were heavily skewed towards drugs. International events revolve around political and criminal categories.
Mail Threat Alert – July 2021: Threats, Intimidation & Federal Drug Smuggling
Threatening mail continued to rise in July 2021, continuing the trend of government leadership as the primary target.
Mail Threat Alert – June 2021: Evolution of threats in the post-pandemic world
June brought some interesting events that highlight the evolution of threats in the post-pandemic world.
Mail Threat Alert – May 2021: White Powder, Drugs & Package Bombs
As the world climbs out of the pandemic, mail threats have increased. Get the full report on mail security alert, May 2021.
Mail Threat Alert – April 2021: White Powder, Extortion & Death Threats
White powder, extortion, coercion, and death threats — April 2021 saw a significant rise in threats targeting government agencies globally.
Mail Threat Alert – March 2021
White powder, extortion, coercion, and death threats — March 2021 saw a significant rise in threats targeting government agencies globally.
Mail Threat Alert – February 2021
Excerpt of mail threats incidents across the US in Feb, 2021. Use these threats to plan for the future of mail security.
Mail Threat Alert – January 2021
Excerpt of mail threats incidents across the US in Jan, 2020. Use these threats to plan for the future of mail security.
2020 Dangerous Mail Report
The USPIS Dangerous Mail Investigations Unit responds to 10 dangerous mail incidents every day, on average. RaySecur CSO Will Plummer analyzes trends from the known dangerous mail incidents in 2020.
Mail Threat Alert – November 2020
Excerpt of mail threats incidents across the US in Nov, 2020. Use these threats to plan for the future of mail security.
Mail Threat Alert – October 2020
Excerpt of mail threats incidents across the US in Oct, 2020. Use these threats to plan for the future of mail security.
Excerpt of mail threats incidents across the US in Sep, 2020. Use these threats to plan for the future of mail security.
Mail Threat Alert – August 2020
Excerpt of mail threats incidents across the US in Aug, 2020. Use these threats to plan for the future of mail security.
Mail Threat Alert: June & July, 2020
The face of threats has evolved, thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic and its affect on our lives. The way we see the workplace has changed,