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CoreLogic rival says it started losing customers when hacking began

Afr • April 14, 2026

A major building industry data firm suddenly started losing business at the same time its major rival, CoreLogic, began to hack into its system, exporting thousands of reports and using them to win new clients, a court has heard.

Hubexo claims it lost millions of dollars when its biggest competitor, CoreLogic, now known as Cotality, started using puppet accounts to access its subscription LeadManager database and siphon information – allegedly to fill gaps in its own systems.

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CoreLogic Faces Allegations of Systematic Hacking Against Rival Hubexo CoreLogic, now known as Cotality, is accused of systematically hacking into rival Hubexo's database to access confidential construction industry data. The allegations include the use of puppet accounts to extract thousands of reports from Hubexo's subscription LeadManager database. Hubexo claims that this hacking began several years ago, coinciding with a significant loss of customers and millions of dollars in revenue. The court proceedings reveal discussions among CoreLogic employees about how to conceal their actions. The case raises important questions about copyright and the protection of confidential datasets in the corporate sector. As the legal battle unfolds, the implications for both companies and the industry at large are significant. The current status of the case is ongoing, with further hearings expected. 6 sources 62

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