Incorporating a vulnerability management strategy into DevSecOps practices is crucial for addressing threats like Log4Shell, as highlighted at the Dynatrace Perform 2022 conference. The Log4Shell vulnerability, found in the widely-used Log4j 2 software, has affected millions of systems by making networks susceptible to data theft and malware attacks. Ajay Gandhi, VP of product marketing at Dynatrace, emphasizes the need for real-time observability platforms that provide code-level insights and context about IT environments, enabling teams to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities effectively. This approach allows IT teams to quickly identify critical vulnerabilities, enhancing the overall security posture by combining observability with security intelligence. Additionally, the conference underscores the importance of both "shifting left" to identify vulnerabilities early in development and "shifting right" to ensure continuous testing in production, ultimately strengthening DevSecOps practices through comprehensive observability across the software development cycle.