A Gray Hat Hacker is a type of hacker who operates in a moral gray area between ethical and unethical hacking. Unlike White Hat Hackers, who seek permission to test systems for vulnerabilities, Gray Hat Hackers may exploit weaknesses without authorization but do not have malicious intent. They often aim to improve security by exposing flaws, sometimes notifying the affected organization afterward. While their actions can lead to positive outcomes, such as increased awareness of security issues, they can also raise ethical and legal concerns. Gray Hat Hackers may face legal repercussions for their activities, as they operate outside the boundaries of the law, similar to Black Hat Hackers who engage in malicious hacking.