Dollar Tree denies ransomware claims, says stolen data is from defunct discount chain

Recorded Future reports that the INC ransomware group claimed to have exfiltrated 1.2 TB of data (including passport scans) and posted samples on its leak site, alleging an attack on Dollar Tree; Dollar Tree denies being impacted and says the files likely relate to former 99 Cents Only Stores after that chain closed following bankruptcy. The article notes INC's history of high-profile attacks but highlights uncertainty over the actual victim and the claim's confirmation.