Polizia Postale e delle Comunicazioni

The Polizia Postale e delle Comunicazioni, also known as the Postpolizei, is an Italian law enforcement agency operating within Italy. Its core function involves combating cybercrime and ensuring the security of digital communications and online services. This includes investigating offenses conducted via telecommunications networks and the internet, such as online fraud, hacking, data breaches, and illicit content distribution. The agency plays a crucial role in protecting critical national infrastructure and government digital assets from cyber threats.

The organisation demonstrated significant cybersecurity competencies during a coordinated attack on Italian government institutions on March 22, 2023. While hackers successfully breached the website of Rome's public transport operator, causing disruption to its online presence, the Polizia Postale e delle Comunicazioni successfully defended its own systems and those of other targeted ministries against intrusion attempts. This incident highlights its operational focus on defending government digital portals and its capability to repel sophisticated cyber intrusions targeting national infrastructure. Its headquarters are located within Italy, reflecting its national jurisdiction and mandate. The agency operates as a specialised branch within the broader Italian law enforcement structure, focusing specifically on the digital domain and telecommunications-related crime. Its successful defense against the March 2023 attacks underscores its frontline role in national cybersecurity efforts.