RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC is a fake alert that might pop up on your browser if infected with adware

RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC is a non-existent cyber infection created by scammers. The alert of the detected threat shows up on a compromised website which is promoted with the help of adware[1] programs. Therefore, if suspicious virus detection alerts are disturbing your browsing sessions, it’s time to terminate the potentially unwanted program (PUP) from your computer. We have made a thorough research on RDN trojan worm and have found that this pop-up scam has been interrupting the activities of computer users quite often.[2]
| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Name | RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC |
| Type | Technical Support Scam |
| Cause | The scamming message can be met on unsecured third-party networks or might be a sign on a PUP/adware infection lurking on your machine |
| Danger level | Low. Does not damage the system of software but might trick into calling a fake tech support line |
| Distribution method | Free or shared programs that are combined into a bundle, infected third-party websites, and services |
| Symptoms | Redirects to tech support websites, security alerts popping up on the screen, suspicious notifications |
| To uninstall RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC, install FortectIntego and run a full system scan. Once all suspicious content is detected, continue with the automatical or manual removal method | |
The name of RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC virus is used in many technical support scams,[3] such as “Hard Drive Is Not Accepted” virus. Despite the content displayed on fraudulent sites slightly differs, the main message remains the same – people are asked to call provided phone number in order to get rid of a cyber infection that puts user’s privacy at risk:
RDN/YahLover.worm!055BCCAC9FEC Infection
Call Technical Support Immediately at +1-800-696-4076
The following data will be compromised if you continue:
1. Passwords
2. Browser History
3. Credit Card Information
The virus is well known for complete identity and credit card theft. Further action through this computer or any computer on the network will reveal private information and involve serious risks.
Call Technical Support Immediately +1-800-696-4076
The example of RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC scam above reveals only one number used by cybercriminals. However, different variants of the hoax include other numbers presented as Microsoft support line too. We want to remind that such support line does not exist, and calling the number might lead to serious problems, such as:
- installation of malware;[4]
- giving criminals remote access to your computer;
- revealing sensitive information (e.g., credit card details) to crooks;
- losing the money;
- other privacy-related issues.
Now that you know all the potential risks that can surround you while dealing with RDN Trojan worm, you should have definitely thrown out the possibility of calling the fake technical support number. Be careful and do not contact the scammers in any kinds of ways as they might try to promote useless security software or steal personal data from you.

Note that RDN Trojan worm is not dangerous itself. It just provides misleading information and interferes in the browsing session. However, if these redirects continue, you should look up for adware program and uninstall it. These threats do not possess any harm to your system but can cause indirect damage through redirecting tasks.
You can suspect that RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC adware was silently installed on your machine if you see more ads, banners or pop-ups than before. Additionally, your browser might continuously open new tabs with suspicious promotional, gaming or adult-themed websites. Of course, there’s no need to tolerate these issues.
The quickest way to stop unwanted browser’s activities and remove RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC alert from the machine is to use an anti-malware program. You can start a free system scan with FortectIntego while you finish reading this article. Keep in mind that ad-supported programs are also likely to modify browsers and these changes also need to be reversed.
If RDN Trojan worm is a sign of an adware infection on your computer and browsers, be prepared to face unexpected modifications in the browser's homepage and new tab sections. By the way, the potentially unwanted program might bring questionable-looking extensions, plug-ins and insert them in your browser's settings.

However, if you do not want to use additional anti-malware tools, you can opt for manual RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC removal. Our team has explained this procedure below and here you will be able to find instructions for both your operating system (Windows or Mac OS X) and infected web browser applications (Chrome, Firefox, Explorer, Safari, Edge).
Adware programs spread bundled in freeware packages
The adware which is responsible for RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC redirect problems was spotted spreading with a couple of free programs. However, this ad-supported application is not the only one that spreads in this manner. Hence, it’s time to learn how to avoid infiltration of PUPs.
First of all, you need to download applications from trusted sources and avoid torrents or similar file-sharing platforms. Secondly, you have to check if terms of use and privacy policy are provided to the desired program, and read these documents. If everything is clear, you can start the installation procedure using “Advanced” or “Custom” settings.
According to researchers from Viruset.no,[5] the majority of users fail on this step. Usually, people rely on “Recommended” settings which do not allow “unpacking” freeware and seeing what spreads together with it. Hence, if you choose these settings, you can expect a silent infiltration of PUPs. Meanwhile, “Advanced” settings let seeing and removing additional apps.
Get rid of RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC virus
To remove RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC from the browser, you need to look up for suspicious extensions, add-ons, and other components. If you want to do the job yourself, you should find our removal guide handy. Remember that adware traces need to be eliminated from all affected location of the scam might easily appear again.
However, if this fake security alert shows up again after rebooting your computer, you have to search for adware-related entries that you have overlooked. Of course, you can repeat manual RDN/Trojan.worm!055BCCAC9FEC removal guide, but it’s easier to run a full system scan with an updated anti-malware program.
Uninstall from Windows
Uninstall from Windows 10/8:
- Type Control Panel into the Windows search box and open the result.
- Under Programs, select Uninstall a program.

Uninstall from Windows 7/XP:
- Click on Windows Start > Control Panel (Windows XP users should click on Add/Remove Programs).
- In Control Panel, select Programs > Uninstall a program.

Remove the unwanted program:
- In the Programs and Features window, look for any recently installed suspicious entries, select them, and click Uninstall.
- If User Account Control appears, click Yes to confirm, then complete the removal.

Delete from macOS
Remove the unwanted application:
- From the menu bar, select Go > Applications.
- In the Applications folder, look for any suspicious entries, then drag them to Trash (or right-click and pick Move to Trash).

Delete leftover files and folders:
- Select Go > Go to Folder.
- Enter /Library/Application Support and remove any suspicious folders related to the unwanted program.
- Repeat the same check in the /Library/LaunchAgents and /Library/LaunchDaemons folders, deleting any suspicious entries.

- Finally, empty the Trash to permanently remove the leftovers.
Reset Internet Explorer
Remove dangerous add-ons:
- Open Internet Explorer, click on the Gear icon (IE menu) on the top-right corner of the browser
- Pick Manage Add-ons.
- You will see a Manage Add-ons window. Here, look for suspicious plugins. Click on these entries and select Disable.

Change your homepage if it was altered:
- Open IE and click on the Gear icon.
- Select Internet Options.
- In the General tab, delete the Home page address and replace it by your preferred one (for example, Google.com).
- Click Apply and then select OK.

Delete temporary files:
- Press on the Gear icon and select Internet Options.
- Under Browsing history, click Delete...
- Select relevant fields and press Delete.

Reset Internet Explorer:
- Click on Gear icon > Internet options and select Advanced tab.
- Select Reset.
- In the new window, check Delete personal settings and select Reset.

Remove from Microsoft Edge
Delete unwanted extensions from MS Edge:
- Select Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and pick Extensions.
- From the list, pick the extension and click on the Gear icon.
- Click Remove.

Clear cookies and other browser data:
- Click on the Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and select Settings > Privacy, search, and services..
- Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
- Select Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files. (apart from passwords, although you might want to include Media licenses as well, if applicable) and click on Clear.

Restore new tab and homepage settings:
- Click the menu icon and choose Settings.
- Then find On startup section.
- Click Remove next to any suspicious startup page.
Reset MS Edge if the above steps did not work:
- Press on Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
- Click on More details arrow at the bottom of the window.
- Select Details tab.
- Now scroll down and locate every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right-click on each of them and select End Task to stop MS Edge from running.

Instructions for Chromium-based Edge
Delete extensions from MS Edge (Chromium):
- Open Edge and click select Settings > Extensions.
- Delete unwanted extensions by clicking Remove.

Clear cache and site data:
- Click on Menu and go to Settings.
- Select Privacy, search and services.
- Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
- Under Time range, pick All time.
- Select Clear now.

Reset Chromium-based MS Edge:
- Click on Menu and select Settings.
- On the left side, pick Reset settings.
- Select Restore settings to their default values.
- Confirm with Reset.
- This will disable extensions and reset startup pages but will not delete bookmarks, saved passwords, or browsing history.

Remove from Mozilla Firefox (FF)
Remove dangerous extensions:
- Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click on the Menu (three horizontal lines at the top-right of the window).
- Select Add-ons.
- In here, select the unwanted extension and click Remove.

Reset the homepage:
- Click three horizontal lines at the top right corner to open the menu.
- Choose Settings.
- Under Home, set your preferred homepage and new tab settings.
Clear cookies and site data:
- Click Menu and pick Settings.
- Go to Privacy & Security section.
- Scroll down to locate Cookies and Site Data.
- Click on Clear Data...
- Select Cookies and Site Data and Temporary cached files and pages, then click Clear.

Reset Mozilla Firefox
If clearing the browser as explained above did not help, reset Mozilla Firefox:
- Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click the Menu.
- Go to Help and then choose Troubleshooting Information.

- Under Give Firefox a tune up section, click on Refresh Firefox...
- Once the pop-up shows up, confirm the action by pressing on Refresh Firefox.

Remove from Google Chrome
Delete malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
- Open Google Chrome, click on the Menu (three vertical dots at the top-right corner) and select More tools > Extensions.
- In the newly opened window, you will see all the installed extensions. Uninstall all suspicious extensions related to the unwanted program by clicking Remove.

Clear cache and web data from Chrome:
- Click on Menu and pick Settings.
- Under Privacy and security, select Clear browsing data.
- Select Browsing history, Cookies and other site data, as well as Cached images and files.
- Click Clear data.

Change your homepage:
- Click menu and choose Settings.
- Look for a suspicious site in the On startup section.
- Click on Open a specific or set of pages and click on three dots to find the Remove option.
Reset Google Chrome:
If the previous methods did not help you, reset Google Chrome to eliminate all the unwanted components:
- Click on Menu and select Settings.
- In the Settings, scroll down and click Advanced.
- Scroll down and locate Reset and clean up section.
- Now click Restore settings to their original defaults.
- Confirm with Reset settings.

Delete from Safari
Remove dangerous extensions:
- Open Safari, click Safari in the menu at the top-left of the screen, and select Preferences.
- Go to the Extensions tab, look for any suspicious entries, and click Uninstall to remove them.

Clear history and website data:
- Click Safari in the menu and pick Clear History.
- Set Clear to all history and confirm with Clear History.

Reset Safari:
- Click Safari in the menu and select Preferences > Advanced.
- Enable Show Develop menu in menu bar.
- From the menu bar, click Develop and select Empty Caches.

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