Gartner® Report: “Application Security Strategy 2026: AI, DevSecOps, and Platform Consolidation”

Application security has reached a critical moment. While its importance is widely acknowledged, maturity remains low. Organizations struggle to secure software at the speed and scale of modern development, a challenge amplified by the rise of AI-powered coding tools, mounting pressure on dev teams, and a scattered portfolio of security solutions.  

The Gartner report, “Application Security Strategy 2026: AI, DevSecOps, and Platform Consolidation,” offers insights and actionable steps for cybersecurity leaders to boost maturity and streamline workflows.

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  • How generative AI boosts developer speed while introducing new security risks
  • Why the developer experience is critical for streamlining DevSecOps programs
  • The market trend toward a more integrated AppSec platform


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Gartner, Application Security Strategy 2026: AI, DevSecOps and Platform Consolidation, Dionisio Zumerle, 18 September 2025

 

 

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