The document discusses the importance of continuous application security in modern software development, highlighting the vulnerabilities present in applications and the limitations of traditional app security methods. It emphasizes the benefits of integrating DevSecOps practices, which include establishing security workflows, ensuring real-time feedback, and fostering a security culture. Tools like Interactive Application Security Testing (IAST) and Runtime Application Self-Protection (RASP) are presented as solutions to automate security processes and protect applications from attacks.