MacOS zip folder error code -36/ couldn't communicate with a helper application

I want to zip a folder (any folder). When I try to do so I get: > couldn't communicate with a helper application Also, when I try to copy any folder I get exactly the following: > Finder can’t complete the operation because some data in “” can’t be read or written. (Error code -36) I've tried * restarting finder * restarting the computer * shutting down and then re-opening the computer * checking file and folder permissions (both read and write) * showing hidden files, none show up * running dot_clean command Both errors persist and only apply to folders (copying/zipping files is fine). I have no idea/direction on how to solve them. I can only think it could be related to having recently changed my Apple ID password. The Terminal zip command works fine on both folders and files.