Gorilla Glue

Gorilla Glue, also known as The Gorilla Glue Company, is a manufacturer headquartered in the United States of America. The organization's core business involves the development and production of adhesive products for consumer, industrial, and construction applications. Its product portfolio includes polyurethane-based glues, tapes, and sealants marketed for bonding a wide range of materials. The company operates within the chemical manufacturing sector, serving retail, professional, and DIY markets through various distribution channels. Its brand is recognized for heavy-duty adhesive solutions, though specific market share or revenue figures are not provided in the available information. The company's operations are centered on its U.S. headquarters, with its products available through a network of retailers and distributors.

A defining event in the organization's recent history is a significant cybersecurity incident that occurred on November 17, 2016. During this breach, a hacking collective identified as The Dark Overlord successfully infiltrated Gorilla Glue's systems. The attackers exfiltrated over 500 gigabytes of sensitive internal data, which included intellectual property such as product designs, financial records, contracts, and personal employee photographs. Following the theft, the group provided samples of the stolen information, including internal spreadsheets, invoices, and executive correspondence, to both the company and media outlets. This action was part of an extortion attempt, where the hackers demanded a ransom payment to prevent the public release of the compromised data. Despite the presentation of evidence and the coercive tactic, Gorilla Glue did not issue a public statement acknowledging the security compromise or confirming the authenticity of the stolen materials. The incident highlights the company's exposure to cyber extortion threats targeting corporate intellectual property and confidential records. The lack of a public response contrasts with the hackers' demonstrated capability to access and remove substantial volumes of internal data. This event remains a notable, unconfirmed cybersecurity episode associated with the organization.